Saddleback interconnects with several other area trails, many of which have differently named segments. The hike taken by the authors actually begins at the Little Tesuque Creek Trail and soon traverses north (Juan Trail) to a fence line, at which point the authors proceeded east (Saddleback Trail) and would have eventually connected to the Chamisa Trail, had it been further pursued. It was decided that the Chamisa Trail link would make for a great 2-car hike (stay tuned!).

The blog in References, below, gives a nice overview of the area trails. Also, in the GPS Data section, there is a link to a map showing two other hikes taken by the authors in this area. One of the unique features of this hike was the fact that there were multiple outstanding overlooks providing vistas south and southeast. There was even a man-made stick shelter on one of the bluffs (see photos on full-page map). The hike is well-suited to all seasons as there is ample shade for summer hikes, and the elevation is low enough in the winter to dramatically reduce snow accumulations.