McCauley Hot Springs in Santa Fe National Forest, NM

Hike McCauley Hot Springs Santa Fe National Forest, NM

Class 1 3.6 miles 800 gain 2-4 hrs Out + Back Nov 2, 2017
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The hike McCauley Hot Springs is well-maintained trail near Jemez Springs, New Mexico. From the Battleship Picnic Area, I started along Trail 137 and passed the impressive rock outcrop called Battleship Rock. The rrail followed the East Fork of Jemez River for a short time before making a switchback and ascending through the forest. There are some nice views down the canyon, but overall it's just a pleasant woods walk. Eventually I reached McCauley Hot Springs, a sieries of pools confined with rock barriers. It's a pristine forested setting and I was happy to have the spot to myself, though apparently this hike can get fairly popular.

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Battleship Rock ahead, at the start of the trail.
Battleship Rock ahead, at the start of the trail.
Along the East Fork of Jemez River.
Along the East Fork of Jemez River.
The trail hugs the river for a bit.
The trail hugs the river for a bit.
The trail ascends, nice views of cliffs through the trees.
The trail ascends, nice views of cliffs through the trees.
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Views along the trail as I ascend to McCauley Hot Springs.
Views along the trail as I ascend to McCauley Hot Springs.
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A bunch of nice forest walking.
A bunch of nice forest walking.
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McCauley Hot Springs.
McCauley Hot Springs.
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Lower pool of McCauley Hot Spring.
Lower pool of McCauley Hot Spring.

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