It is early spring and already temperatures are rising here in Albuquerque. No doubt you need to get some fresh air and stretch your legs, and there is no better way to accomplish that than walking or running through some of Albuquerque's beautiful hiking trails. It's much more than good exercise. You'll discover the wonder of volcanic terrain, a trail system suited for all abilities in the foothills of the Sandia Mountains, and trails built on volcanic soil in the Cibola National Forest.

Here's a few of the top places to hike in the Albuquerque area:

The Sandia Mountain Foothills

It's easy to get to the Sandia Mountains from Albuquerque. There are 2650 acres of open space available. These are all the trail access points. Some of the trails include the following:

  • Foothills Trail 365
  • Embudito Trail 192
  • Lower La Luz Trail
  • Grassy Hills Loop

The Sandia Mountains / Cibola National Forest

Cibola National Forest in the Sandia Foothills boasts clear marked trails that are suitable for hikers of all skill levels. You can find a full list of trails at SandiaHiking.com/trailguide and fs.usda.gov. All of these trail-heads are accessible from the Sandia Peak Scenic Byway (Highway 528).

Some of the best trails in the Cibola National Forest are:

  • Cienega Canyon Picnic Site & Interpretive Trail
  • La Luz Trail
  • The Sandia Crest Trail
  • North Crest Trail
  • 10k Trailhead
  • Tree Springs Trailhead

The Rio Grande Bosque Trails

There are approximately 16 miles of paved paths in Rio Grande Bosque Trails. If you prefer a trail a little more off the beaten path, you can venture off on one of the dirt trails that connect to the paved pathways. A number of dirt trails connect with each other to offer a different adventure each time you visit.

West Mesa Hiking

Explore the volcanic features of the west side of Albuquerque that are home to the ancient Petroglyph National Monument. Access the ancient region while also getting a view of the modern city that lies below. It is estimated that 24,000 images were carved into these rocks, so you'll have a vast journey of exploration in the monument area. You can view these drawings from 3 of 4 trails.

With panoramic views of Albuquerque and four miles of paved trails, the Paseo De Las Mesa Trail offers a variety of hiking options, including trails that branch from one another and intersect one another to offer different levels of hiking experience.

There's a ton of hiking adventures awaiting you in the Albuquerque area, so get out there and enjoy the view!

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