Hike at St. Johns in the Arroyo and up above the water tower.

This will be an easy and familiar walk for many of us. We will meet, park, & start near the entrance to the first parking lot for the public at St John's College. (Please dbl-click the map for better view of the roads and parking.) I say near the entrance because it seems there is a year-old parking policy here. Park ONLY where the slots are painted with, "Visitor Parking Only" at the street end of the lot. We'll walk to east end of lot then along the arroyo up onto a open area with side arroyos with pinon trees, that make for good meditation spots, shaded or in sun per your choice. Views of Sun & Moon.
Then we can take a spur trail up the the Sun/Moon saddle and see nice views there and return along the side of Sun to the water tower and arroyo. That makes it about a 2.7 mile hike. Many of us have done this in the past, and had a great time.

Description: Easy hike along the dry arroyo, then dirt tracks up onto an open area w/ pinons, bushes, and perhaps early wildflowers.
Round Trip Hiking Distance: 2.7 miles
Round Trip Hiking Time: 2+ hours
Elevations: 7340-7500'; 7700' for Saddle
Gain: 200ft or 365 max. 365 taking the Saddle spur trail
Rating: Gentle-moderate: arroyo and dirt path.
Pace: Mellow
Dogs: Well-behaved dogs on leash OK.
What to bring: Sturdy hiking boots or shoes. Bring layers, extra clothing, gloves and wind/water resistant outer wear. Water for a 2+ hour hike. Light snacks in case you get hungry, etc, It wouldn't hurt to have "spikes" for your feet 'cause it is winter. Francesca will be the -official- leader

----> How to find us: No 'car pooling' for this hike, but if you can carpool with your friends, do so, as parking is now limited as to the number of cars. Dbl-Clk map for more detail!
If at the last minute you are lost, late, not able to come, etc, text or call me at 505-995-8921.
Link for weather at SFe Airport
Mostly Sunny, 58 °F, no precipitation.