Trip Report - Armijo Loop
 East side of Sandias near Doc Long's
16 April, 2005 (Saturday)
Class I - 5.5 Miles
Meet: WF 8 AM - Car:30 Miles
Terri & David Wallis
Conditions: Snow has almost completely melted. Trails are mudddy, and there is a LOT of water flowing, particularly in Armijo Canyon.
Fungus: We encountered edible ascomycetes with some regularity. The next couple of weeks should be productive in this and similar areas.
Hike Description:
  • Depart Sulphur Canyon parking lot at 08:30.
  • Hike on paved road to Cienega Canyon, then east to Armijo Canyon.
  • Follow Armijo Canyon to Faulty Trail, then north to Sulphur Canyon and back to cars.
  • This route is approx 5 miles with an elevation variance of 800 ft (7100-7900).
  • Maps (hike route marked in red)
  • NM Mtn Club Website
    • MycoWest.net/outings/2005/h~54g
    dmw . 2o13-o3-29

    ~54g