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New Mexico
0.6 mi
Distance
336 ft
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South Sandia Peak Trail
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The South Sandia Peak Trail is a short, steep ascent offering quick access to panoramic views of the Albuquerque area and the Sandia Mountains. This compact trail gains significant elevation in less than a mile, making it an efficient workout for hikers seeking mountain vistas without committing to a full day hike. The trail features rocky terrain typical of the Sandias with exposure to the elements.
South Crest Trail
~0 min drive
Easy, brief crest walk ideal for families and quick outings.
Upper Faulty
~3 min drive
Short, scenic 2.7-mile hike with gentle elevation gain near Upper Faulty.
Casa Loma
~4 min drive
Steep 2-mile climb with 629 ft gain near Casa Loma, NM.
Embudo
~4 min drive
Moderate 5.5-mile climb through piñon-juniper forest with valley views.
Crest to South Peak Trail
~0 min drive
Quick alpine connector to South Peak with minimal elevation gain.
Hawk Watch
~4 min drive
Scenic 2.35-mile raptor-watching trail with 969 ft elevation gain.
Ccc Trail
~1 min drive
Easy 1.68-mile trail perfect for beginners and quick outings.
Oso Ridge Trail
~1 min drive
Steep ridge climb with 2,254 ft gain over 3.88 miles in New Mexico.
South Sandia Peak Northern Approach
~1 min drive
Steep northern approach to South Sandia Peak with intense elevation gain.
Embudo to Three Gun
~1 min drive
Easy 1.45-mile walk with minimal elevation gain near Embudo.
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