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The 9 Best Hiking Trails in Tijeras, New Mexico (NM)
Tijeras is a village in Bernalillo County, New Mexico, United States. The population was 541 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Albuquerque Metropolitan Statistical Area.
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1. Tree Spring
2. Agua Sarca Canyon
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
A secluded hiking trail that climbs through the rugged canyon and is shaded with aspen and gambel oak.
3. Piedra Lisa Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
Offers views of some of the Sandias' most spectacular granite formations. Trail leads to ridge called "El Rincon."
Reviewed By CavemanHHH - Placitas, United States
If you do this hike from the southeast trailhead it is moderately setup trail, but from the northeast side it is much more difficult. Still both ways are doable & great. The North trail head is harder to drive to, but much more private. No access to water anywhere on trail, so be prepared. This trail is not 2.2 miles it is 6.8 if you do the complete trail out & back. So don’t be fooled by the other reviews. Go to All Trails to get the true trail review. This is one of the best trails in Albuquerque area & well worth the time. The Placitas entrance is much more a private hike than the Albuquerque side. Views of the area is grand plus you get into the forest. Good hiking shoes are a must.
4. Pino Canyon
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 reviews
Peaceful hiking trail beginning in the desert and ending in a pleasant saddle with commanding views of the Sandias and surrounding plains to the east.
Reviewed By N4051XYscottb
It's hard to put into words the absolute gorgeous views of the Pino Trail in the Cibola National Forest. We started at the picnic grounds. It's a slow and steady elevation. It's an easy hike but be aware that the slight elevation is a good workout. The trees, plant life and view of the mountains is incredible. There is also a lot of shade once you are out of the picnic area. It's also a 5-7 minute ride to the Tramway. If you enjoy being in nature for a few hours and you want to destress take the time to visit.
5. La Luz
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4.5 based on 5 reviews
Traverses all four of the Sandias' life zones, from craggy rock formations to a long talus slope.
6. Embudito Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
Approximately 11 miles in length with an elevation gain from 6,240 to 9,300 feet, this tough trail takes hikers through a variety of landscapes from steep canyons to verdant meadows.
7. Hawk Watch Trail
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1 reviews
A conservation group called "Hawk Watch" built this trail at the southern end of the Sandias as a lookout from which to observe and record the passage of hawks.
8. Telcolote
Trail loops around a mesa and offers excellent views both of the eastern slopes of the Sandias and the vast plains that stretch east.
9. South Foothills Trail
This trail offers one of the best views of the Sandias at dusk.
