"My wife and I drove to Taos for a little 2 night vacation. I was only half thinking about hiking a peak. I planned to scout Lucero Peak, elevation 10,831, then if it seemed workable, hike it early Thursday morning, May 26, 2016. I did lots of research on the peak, studied maps, read another person’s trip report and downloaded the GPS trek from his report. It all seemed workable, yet a little spooky because the top is a narrow razor edge with a 1200 foot drop off one side. I left the little condo we were staying in at 7:15, drove to Arroyo Seco, then headed east on a paved road. It shortly turns to dirt. A 4WD vehicle is not necessary. Lucero Peak and the surrounding land is owned by the El Salto Landowners Association. Shortly after leaving Arroyo Seco there is a sign on the left and a green house. I stopped and paid a $4.00 fee and signed an insurance waver. It is set up so that if one were to come very early in the morning, they can sign up without disturbing the household. At the end of the dirt road I headed directly north and after a few twists and turns was at the trailhead. I am interested in the highest 102 major peaks in New Mexico and all the minor peaks in-between. A tot..." — Phil-Robinson • May 26, 2016