The start of the Boundary - Juan Tabo Trail (and related trails) begins opposite a dirt parking area about 1/4 mile north of Tramway Blvd on FR333. The trail immediately ascends a low ridge, and while a bit steep, is relatively short. From there at least two options can be seen. One option immediately climbs higher on the ridge, while the subject hike follows a more level route along its contour.

The trail soon dips down into a low canyon (Jaral Canyon) and follows the arroyo north a short distance. Before long, after a sharp bend, a short scramble up some low limestone cliffs (perhaps 5 ft.) is required to continue. At the top of that rock wall more options occur. Continuing up the arroyo leads to a companion hike (Boundary Loop Trail), while this hike ventures up the eastern ridge to explore the great views of the Sandias. This hike requires more ascent/descent than Boundary Loop, but also affords multiple views not provided by that hike. The ridge continues north, and eventually leads down into the valley where it intersects the Juan Tabo Canyon Trail. That trail is also found on this site, and ventures further down the canyon than this hike. Eventually, after finding a way back up the ridge, the trail rejoins the companion Boundary Loop Trail where it returns to the trail head - after providing some great views of Juan Tabo Canyon.