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Kristen Arendt is a creative writer and lover of the great outdoors. When she’s not playing with words or planning her next adventure, she’s most likely exploring a trail in the mountains of her home state of Colorado. She has edited and written outdoor content for several online publications and enjoys exploring issues at the intersection of recreation, stewardship, compassion, and care-taking in the West and the wider world.

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11 Magnificent Hikes Near Santa Fe, New Mexico

Sitting at an altitude of 7,199 feet, Santa Fe is the highest elevation capital city in the U.S. And from its high elevation vantage point, you can opt to wander the foothills, summit the peaks, or stroll along the arroyos around town.

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