A special hike outside Albuquerque rewards adventurous visitors with stunning scenery and an end-of-hike restaurant featuring delicious food and gorgeous views.

As Hayley Kolar rides on her horse, Buddy, she says she’s in her happy place.“It’s where I’m at the most peace,” Kolar said. “You can forget about everything else.

Bonnie Ohrt was born and raised in rural Marshall County and resides on a farm between Laurel and Haverhill. While she spends ...