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New Mexico
14.1 mi
Distance
4,216 ft
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Why you'll love it
La Luz
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La Luz Trail is a strenuous ascent gaining over 4,200 feet while traversing 14+ miles through the foothills and slopes of the Sandia Mountains. This classic New Mexico hike rewards climbers with dramatic elevation gain and expansive views of the Albuquerque area and surrounding landscape. The trail features a mix of forested sections and open ridgeline terrain, making it a challenging but iconic summit experience.
Piedra Lisa
~0 min drive
Easy 1.28-mile high desert trail near Piedra Lisa with 343 ft elevation gain.
Ccc Road
~1 min drive
Easy 1.83-mile trail with 303 ft elevation gain near Ccc Road.
Drinking Fountain
~1 min drive
Steep 1.13-mile climb gaining 685 ft near Drinking Fountain, NM.
Sandy Arroyo
~1 min drive
Easy desert wash walk through sandy terrain near Sandy Arroyo.
Piedra Lisa South Trail
~1 min drive
Steep 1.4-mile climb with 1,200 ft elevation gain in New Mexico.
Old La Luz (137B)
~1 min drive
Steep 0.94-mile climb with 1,093 ft elevation gain near Old La Luz.
Chimney Canyon Route
~2 min drive
Steep 1.5-mile canyon route with 2,691 ft elevation gain.
La Cueva Trail
~2 min drive
Steep 0.33-mile climb with 289 ft elevation gain near La Cueva, NM.
Old La Luz Trail
~2 min drive
Steep 1.2-mile climb with 1,627 ft elevation gain near Santa Fe.
Juan Tabo Canyon
~2 min drive
Easy canyon hike through piñon-juniper woodland with seasonal stream.
