New Mexico is home to plenty of hiking trails that offer spectacular views. If you’re in the mood for a fine forest backdrop for an upcoming hike, read on to learn more about one trail with the perfect setting.

This is William Lake, located in the Taos Ski Valley.
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Lush, verdant, and serene, this is just the place you’ll want to visit after a hectic week at work.
Williams Lake Trail measures 2.2 miles one-way and slowly snakes from the trailhead behind The Phoenix Grill through a portion of Carson National Forest.
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Parts are shaded with lofty pines and the trail is easy to follow.
Expect your legs and bum to get a bit of a workout here!
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The elevation gain is just steep enough to engage your muscles and you’ll want to make sure to bring a good amount of water, especially on warm, sunny days.

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But the workout is most certainly worth it! You’ll get a fantastic view of Williams Lake…
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...Mother Nature showing off her alluring colors…
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...and you may even spot wildlife roaming nearby.
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If you're lucky, you might spot a mountain goat traipsing the rocky mountainside above!
Who wouldn’t want to spend a sunny afternoon exploring and creating memories in this portion of New Mexico?
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Williams Lake Trail is a total of 4.2 miles in length and is open year-round. You can find additional details and maps of the trail by visiting the Carson National Forest website.

On the search for another short trail that’s just a bit easier? You may enjoy the 2.5-mile hike in the Sandia Mountains near Albuquerque. Read more in Embudo Spring Is A Simple Hike In New Mexico With Magnificent Nature Views.

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