This Incredible 3.7-Mile Trail In New Mexico Will Make You Feel Like You're On An Alien Planet
By Courtnie Erickson|Published April 22, 2021
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From Southern Utah to the Panhandle in Idaho, Courtnie Erickson has lived in what she believes are the best (and the most beautiful!) areas in the country. She graduated with a journalism degree from Utah State University and has more than 15 years of professional writing experience. You’ll likely see her with a Dr. Pepper in her hand and a pair of running shoes on her feet. Courtnie is a writer and editor at OnlyInYourState.
There are many remarkable hikes around New Mexico that feature photo-worthy and breathtaking sights. Some of these hikes will take you through lush, green forests and others, like the Valley of Dreams Loop in the Bisti/De-Na-Zin Wilderness, will make you feel as if you stepped onto an alien planet. As you hike the Valley of Dreams Loop near the Four Corners area, you will see stunning scenery that is truly out of this world.
The Valley of Dreams Loop is a 3.7-mile loop trail that is rated moderate due to the soft, sandy ground you must walk across.
The Bisti/De-Na-Zin Wilderness Area is a unique area filled with strange rock formations that are made from mudstone, coal, sandstone, shale, and silt.
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The minute you step onto the Valley of Dreams Loop trailhead, your jaw will drop at the magnificent sights.
This hiking trail in the Land of Enchantment not only offers mesmerizing views but you can enjoy some peace and quiet as well. The Valley of Dreams Loop is a lightly-trafficked hiking trail.
The Valley of Dreams Loop is fairly flat with only a small amount of elevation gain, making it a terrific hike for the entire family and a great way to spend your day in nature.