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Jemez Springs is a hidden gem in New Mexico. It is about 70 miles west of Santa Fe. It is located next to the Jemez Pueblo in the Jemez National Recreation Area which is part of the Santa Fe National Forest. There are hot springs up and down the valley and various establishments that offer relaxing soaks in the hot springs. It is difficult to get to and has very little cell reception (IMHO those are selling points).
The Jemez Valley offers red rock trails without having to go to Sedona. The local pueblo sells all sorts of items that really are from the surrounding pueblos.
Just a short trip up the valley you have the Valles Caldera National Preserve. Then a not so short trip (but still picturesque) further up and you get to Los Alamos.
The Cerro Grande Trail leads to an overlook from which you can see Los Alamos as well the nearby caldera. This is the caldera from the peak.
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