The last 2.5 miles sees the trail get a bit steeper and rougher but still easy all the way. An easy trail to hike but long. Good stamina is a requisite. Spectacular views and scenery over most of the distance. Not for the acrophobic.
Lunch is served on the trail.
Plan on a long day and a visit to the hot tub afterwards. Well worth the effort. Deer Creek Canyon is a National Recreation Trail featured in Backpacker. 3 to 5 miles each way. The hike follows the northern portion of Devisadero trail with great views of the Taos valley and the Taos Pueblo.