Questa to the Rio Grande

About this event

**Hike from the Vistas de Questa Trailhead on established trails, dirt roads, and cross country to the Rio Grande shore and back again. There will be one or two fence crossings.** **[Gallery](https://photos.app.goo.gl/n1dTrw5nWZr8U32K8)** **The host did this hike in 2021 and since then more established trails have been added. The distance is estimated at 13 miles with 2020 feet of ascent.** **This is a very strenuous event but is moderately paced hike traveling at 1.8 to 2 mph. Estimated hike time is 6 to 6.5 hours.** **Hikers may be asked about their recent experience if they have not hiked with the host before. Hikers should be able hike Atalaya Mountain round trip in 4 hours or less.** **[Atalaya Mountain](https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/new-mexico/atalaya-mountain-trail)** **HIKE LOCATION: La Vistas de Questa trail near Questa, Taos county.** **No pets on this event.** **Event and hike times are estimates. The host cannot guarantee a return time. It is wise to not schedule anything important or set a time limit due to other commitments.** **Your gear is your safety net. Bring the following and know how to use it:** **-2 liters of water is considered a minimum. More food than you expect to need.** **-Light, quick drying, warmth layers, extra pair of socks.** **-Good and tested rain gear.** **-Headlamp and spare batteries, whistle or noise making device.** **-Phone with optional mapping software or a paper map and compass.** **-Optional personal locater beacon or InReach device.** **-Long pants and hiking poles are recommended.** **The hosts advises hikers to keep phone numbers of emergency contacts available.** **TRANSPORTATION: Round trip mileage is 192 miles. Drive time is 4 hours. The cost is $29.00 split amongst passengers.** **[Driving Map](https://maps.app.goo.gl/jVbpKNSFiCer8qBE7)**