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This junction gives you a great view of Redondo Peak and the valley in between. This area does have private houses, so it's important to stay on the trail while taking in the views.

Valles Caldera National Preserve in northern New Mexico is a 13.7-mile-wide volcanic caldera formed by a massive eruption approximately 1.2 million years ago. Now the area is full of mountains, meadows, and interesting geothermal features.

If you appreciate a rocky terrain and varied slopes, Kinnikinnik Park is the perfect starting point for your adventure. This park serves as an excellent base to delve into Acid Canyon and the surrounding trail network.

This junction gives runners a great view of Redondo Peak and the valley in between. This area does have private houses, so it's important to stay on the trail while taking in the views.

The Valles Caldera, a twenty kilometer wide circular depression, is a geological gem created by a volcanic eruption that took place around 1.25 million years ago. Today it is a protected area that covers over 39,000 hectares and attracts around 120,000 annual visitors who wish to hike, horseback ride, mountain bike, camp or fish for trout, as well as cross-country skiing and snowshoeing in winter. Located just 22 kilometers west of downtown Los Alamos, the Valles Caldera National Preserve is also a popular hunting destination, as it claims the second largest elk population in the state, and more 400 wild turkeys live in the reserve from April to December. Other wildlife, such as prairie dogs, black bears, and golden eagles, also call this wilderness home.

This part of New Mexico Highway 4 has great views of the Los Alamos Valley, with the Jemez Hairpin Curve being an especially nice spot. If hiking this road, the shoulder is narrow, so be careful.

Ashley Pond Park, situated within the Manhattan Project National Historic Park, holds significant historical value in Los Alamos, New Mexico. Named after the founder of the Los Alamos Ranch School, Ashley Pond, the park was a focal point during the Manhattan Project (1943-1947). It housed military facilities and played a crucial role in scientific research. Today, the park is a peaceful space with picturesque views of the surrounding landscape, and features memorials and interpretive signs commemorating the Manhattan Project's scientific and historical contributions. There is also the Ice House, which stands as a memorial to the Los Alamos Ranch School days and Project Y, on the southern bank of the pond.

From this spot you get fantastic views down Pueblo Canyon. This is a great spot to sip some water, take a few photos, and admire your surroundings.