Perea Nature Trail

(San Ysidro NM)
The Perea Nature Trail was a level one mile loop trail through the wetlands along the Río Salado. During early Fall, there was little water in the river. But, the area had surface water that provided for a variety of plant life.

Perea Nature Trail

Perea Nature Trail – Grassy Field

There were plaques by the path describing a surprising number of adjacent trees and shrubs. The reparian portion had lots of wildflowers, too. A couple of foot bridges took me across some grassy fields.

Perea Nature Trail

Russian Olive Tree, Coyote Willow & Rabbit Brush

Perea Nature Trail

Río Salado & Blanco Mesa

Perea Nature Trail

Resting Visitors

Budding cacti next to the trail was a nice surprise. I imagine that in the summer, the trees would provide a refreshing cool respite from the heat. Occasional benches beneath a tree provided resting spots.

Perea Nature Trail

Blooming Cholla

Perea Nature Trail

Prickly Pear with Buds

Perea Nature Trail

Distant Nacimiento Mountains

To the north were the Nacimiento and Jémez Mountains, and Blanco Mesa was to the south. These added visual interest to the relatively flat river basin. The trail was a pleasant walk.

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