Book excerpt: Taos Hiking Guide has the most up-to-date information on 31 of the best hikes near Taos, New Mexico. Detailed maps and color photos illustrate hikes up into the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and down to the Rio Grande. From the descriptions, you will get a sense of which hikes you will like most and which ones are best in spring, summer, fall and winter. Hikes for beginners and experts are described, including the trail to Wheeler Peak, the highest mountain in New Mexico. Complete introduction includes tips on equipment, clothing, and staying safe on the trail.