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Spring is in full bloom and the weather in Albuquerque is perfect for outside activities. No doubt you need to stretch your legs and get some fresh air, and there's no better way to do that than a good hike through Albuquerque's hiking trails. You'll get more than just good exercise. You'll discover a wonderful world of volcanic terrain, intertwining dirt trails in the foothills of the Sandia Mountains, and a complex trail system suited for all skill levels in the Cibola National Forest.

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

The Sandia Mountain Foothills

The Sandia Mountains are easily accessible from Albuquerque. With 2650 acres and miles of trails, there's plenty of open space to explore. Here's a complete list of trailhead 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

On the Eastern face of the Sandia Foothills you'll find the Cibola National Forest, with clearly marked trails for all skill levels of hiker. You can find a full list of trails at fs.usda.gov. Many 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

If you want to hike a great trail right in the city, the Rio Grande Bosque Trails offer you 16 miles of paved paths, with no interaction with roadways. And if you want to stray more off the beaten path, you can venture off on one of the dirt trails that connect to the paved walkway. You can connect with the other dirt trails that intertwine with each other to make it a different adventure every visit.

West Mesa Hiking

On the west side of Albuquerque, you can explore the volcanic features that are host to ancient Native American Petroglyph National Monument. Step back in time thousands of years, while also getting a grand view of the modern city that lies just below. There are an estimated 24,000 images carved into these rocks, so you'll have an endless journey of discovery. You can view these ancient drawings from 3 of the 4 trails in the monument area.

The Paseo De Las Mesa Trail offers a panoramic view of Albuquerque and 4 miles of paved hiking paths, along with trails that branch off and intersect with each other to offer an variety of hiking experiences.

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Did you know that Albuquerque is often ranked as one of the best cities in America to have a dog? Given the number of trails, dog parks and hiking spots in the area, it’s no surprise. Not to mention the predictably beautiful weather! If you’re looking for the perfect park to enjoy quality time with the furriest member of your family, look no further!

Off-Leash Dog Parks

There are so many wonderful choices of dog parks in Albuquerque to take advantage. Have you been to them all yet? Whether you and your pup have a go-to or like to switch it up from time to time, here’s a list of the best:

Bud Warren & Lady Dog Park

• Completely fenced in and water is provided

• 10001 Universe NW

Canine Skyline Dog Park

• Completely fenced in, lit up at night and water is provided

• 12700 Montgomery NE

Coronado Dog Park

• Completely fenced in and water is provided

• 301 McKnight NW

Kirtland Dog Park

• Completely fenced in

• 2903 University Blvd SE

Los Altos Park

• Completely fenced in and lit up at night

• 821 Eubank NE

Montessa Park

• Completely fenced in

• 3615 Los Picaros SE

North Domingo Baca

• Completely fenced in, lit up at night and water is provided

• 7520 Corona NE

Ouray Dog Park

• Completely fenced in and water is provided

• 7500 Ouray NW

Rio Grande Triangle Park

• Completely fenced in, lit up at night and water is provided

• 1451 Kit Carson SE

Roosevelt Park

• NOT fenced in and water is provided

• Hours differ: 6:00am – 10:00pm Monday – Friday 4/1 – 9/30 and 7:00am – 11:00am 10/1 – 3/31

• 500 Spruce SE

Santa Fe Village Dog Park

• Completely fenced in, lit up at night and water is provided

• 5700 Bogart NW

Tom Bolack Urban Forest Park

• Completely fenced in and water is provided

• 2000 Dakota NE

Tower Pond Park

• Completely fenced in

• Tower SW and 86^th SW

USS Bullhead Park

• Completely fenced in and lit up at night

• 1606 San Pedro SW

Westgate Dog Park

• Completely fenced in and lit up at night

• Cartagena & Valley View

All parks are open from 6:00am – 10:00pm (unless stated otherwise) and dogs are required to be registered and have tags on them while in the park.

Hiking Trails

There are numerous trails throughout Albuquerque that range in difficulty for you and your favorite pup to utilize. Whether you choose a higher degree of difficulty or more of a leisurely stroll, one thing is certain: the views will not disappoint!

Paso del Bosque

• A Rails-to-Trails sponsored trail that is ideal for walking and running with your dog!

Rinconada Canyon Trail

• A fairly easy 2 ¼-mile hike within the Petroglyph National Monument. An ideal hike for the entire family.

Petroglyph National Monument

• The national park has many trails available for dogs and their owners. Being a national park, make sure your dog doesn’t run into snakes and other wildlife and bring them an ample amount of water!

Sandia Crest Trail No. 130S

• A beginner to intermediate hike along the gorgeous Sandia Mountains. Get to the end and admire the Sandia Crest!

El Morro National Monument

• You will not be disappointed with the sandstone bluff that are an estimated 200 feet.

Highland Park

• A quaint park that has ample picnic opportunities and is ideal for families looking to walk around and enjoy the scenery.

Wheeler Peak via Williams Lake Trail

• This trail is about 8.2-miles and is rated as quite difficult. Located near Taos Ski Valley, dogs and horses are both allowed on the trail.

Williams Lake Trail

• A local favorite. This moderate 4.2-mile trail runs along the lake and is near Toas Ski Valley. It is recommended for use between May and September.

Remember to keep in mind that all parks and trails require dogs to stay on a leash and be picked up after. Enjoy all of the impending adventures that you and your pup are sure to enjoy all year long!

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One of the many factors that makes Albuquerque such a great place to live is the parks and recreation system here. No matter your interest, you'll find a park suited for your needs, whether it be golfing, swimming, tennis, baseball, and softball, to bicycling and rock climbing. There's nearly 300 parks, along with open spaces, all for your relaxation and enjoyment. Here's a few of the outstanding amenities the parks in Albuquerque has to offer.

City Parks

Los Altos Park | 10300 Lomas Blvd NE

This city park offers plenty of recreation options from an indoor swimming pool to a skate park.

Rio Grande Nature Center State Park | 2901 Candelaria Rd NW

The Rio Grande Nature Center is a 38 acre urban wildlife preserve habitat. The park includes a visitors center, two gardens, several wildlife viewing areas, an education building and a building housing the non-profit Wildlife Rescue, Inc. You can also enjoy four constructed ponds that serve as a habitat for birds and other wildlife.

Mariposa Basin Park | 4900 Kachina St NW

Mariposa Basin Park features 3 walking trail loops around ponds, ideal for bird watchers, along with playgrounds & sports fields.

Open Spaces

Albuquerque maintains over 29,000 acres of open spaces.

Golf

There are 4 public golf courses located in the Albuquerque park system. They all include a well-stocked pro shop with rental clubs, range balls, cart rentals, and golf retail merchandise. Lessons are also available.

The oldest course is Los Altos Golf Course and is ideal for beginning to intermediate golfers and features a banquet and grill. Other courses include Arroyo del Oso, Puerto del Sol, and Ladera.

Recreation Activities

You'll find plenty of recreational activities which include basketball, flag Football, shooting range, softball, tennis, pickle ball, model aircraft flying, along with open space activities such as rock climbing, model rocketry, extreme recreation, and bicycling.

There's plenty of fun waiting for you in Albuquerque. Find a park near you:

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One of the many things that make Albuquerque such a great place to live is certainly the outstanding parks.  Albuquerque Parks & Recreation manages a wide array of parks for the benefit of Albuquerque residents.  You can do so many things such as golfing, swimming, playing with your kids in the playground, walk through stunning open spaces, shoot some targets, ride a hot air balloon, you name it!

If you’re up for a round of golf, there’s four public courses - Los Altos, Arroyo del Oso, Puerto del Sol, and Ladera. All of the courses have amenities such as a pro shop with rental equipment, along with a snack bar or café.

And if you want to go to a park, you have 288 parks to choose from! Of course one of the best parks has to be Balloon Fiesta Park, home of the annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta and the Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum. The park also hosts a wide variety of events throughout the year.

So if you’re looking for an excuse to get out and enjoy the beauty of Albuquerque, you just found almost 300 reasons, so get outside and enjoy this wonderful city!

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