Hiking Program

A little over a mile long, this silent hike gently climbs  the first ridge of our mountains to a lovely meditation area.  It then winds back down to Kuchumaa Passage, leaving hikers another time for reflection. A great introduction to the mountain.  Moderate Hike

A 4-mile round trip trek over rolling hills to La Cocina Que Canta, our culinary center and organic farm. Enjoy a garden breakfast, followed by a garden tour with our resident horticulturist. If you don’t wish to walk, transportation to La Cocina Que Canta is offered one day during the week and may be arranged […]

A 2-mile lowland hike over undulating terrain; a perfect hike for someone who is not quite ready for the mountain or would like to have a lighter hiking day. (Optional .5-mile hill to base of mountain) Moderate Hike

A 2-mile lowland hike meandering through the river basin among the oaks; great for beginners or those wishing to pace themselves for a full day of exercise. Moderate Hike

A 2-mile hike climbing about 350 feet in elevation to Alex’s Oak before looping back down. Challenging Hike. 

A 3.5-mile mountain hike up the Pilgrim Trail (700 ft. gain) and returning downhill via the Professor’s Trail. Challenging Hike. 

A 3.3-mile loop mountain hike over moderately steep terrain with a 700 ft. elevation gain. Challenging Hike. 

A 2.5-mile hike that winds across the meadow and along a stream before climbing up to the base of the mountain.  Returns via the oak grove. Challenging Hike. 

A 5.5-mile strenuous hike winding up the mountain between the Pilgrim and the Professor routes and then looping back along the flanks of Mt. Kuchumaa.  Elevation gain of 800+ feet. (This hike offers a 4-mile option.) Advanced Hike

A 7.5 to 8 mile hike with an elevation gain of 1500 feet up Mt. Kuchumaa to the US/Mexican border. Climb over rugged and steep terrain approximately 5 miles to the border with a 2.5 mile return. Breakfast provided, sign up required.  Prerequisites are either the Coyote, Raven or Seven-Mile Breakfast Hike. Offered November to […]

A group-paced hike of 3½ hours over steep, rugged terrain—3.5 miles out, stop for breakfast, and 3.5 miles back. Breakfast is provided in a day-pack. Sign-up required. “Pilgrim” or “Professor’s” hikes are a prerequisite. Offered November to March.  Advanced Hike