One of the cleanest parks in Albuquerque, dog friendly and family friendly. The neighborhood watch…read moreis annoying because they feel like they own the park and the area, they should be more friendly and less afraid because it's a pretty safe place.

This is actually called City View Park. It doesn't have running trails or hiking areas. It has a…read moreplayground and a huge field that you can play soccer on or run around on. A great place to bring your kids or take a walk with you pups. It's a neighborhood park! So to those reviewers who have said there are great trails at this park, it's not true!!! There IS a trail area nearby, but it's right near the mountains and about a 2 minute drive from the park!

A hidden spot that is literally right in front of most people! If you have been to Albuquerque one…read morefeature dominates the skyline, the Sandia Mountains. The run all along the East side of the city and it's hard to stare at them in wonder. Very little known to most though is that the "barren horizon on the west side is not barren at all. It has a large area that is taken up by 3 ancient volcanoes, The Three Sisters. I was raised in Santa Fe, so maybe locals of Albuquerque no place place better. I was in town and looking for a casual hike and came across this place. I read some things that said it was an easy hike. I went out before dawn to see what the sunrise would look like. I arrived in the dark but there was desert light to make my way. after a short hike I had a good spot to sit and way for the sun. It was perfect. The beauty was incredible as the sun pulled it self up from behind the Sandia mountains. in the foreground half a dozen hot air balloons were slowly rising from the city. It ended up a great hike, with amazing views, and one of the best sunrises I have seen. next time I'm sure I may want more of a challenge for a hike, but this is definitely the most chill walk I have taken, and one of the most beautiful in the early morn.

I love going out to the volcanos to hike. The views and atmosphere are amazing! The trails are…read morewell marked with good signage. There are primitive style bathrooms at the parking lot. There are also benches along the first part of the trail and a nice overlook area with a covered awning to shield the sun. A great outing every time!

Well worth the search, this park is elusive and calming. I have never experienced such amazing…read morequiet. It did remind me a little bit of Venice canals. loved this place. we'll be back fo sho

McDuffie is a unique park, the city's only hidden park!…read more Pros: It is close to UNM and other schools like Jefferson Middle- distances from Central campus: 3 min drive, 8 min bike ride, 30 min walk. -Although it's hidden, there are 7 entrances, making it easy to access. -It is a good size: 13,000 sq ft. -It's secluded: good for intimacy & peace; in a quiet neighborhood w/ kind residents. -It has several strategically placed benches -It supports wildlife: there are several tree species which provide shade, ~41 different bird species (including roadrunners!) -There are weekly happenings! (such as tai chi classes) -Dog park: It's practically fenced in, there are water bowls placed by a resident -A place to play soccer, read a book, walk your dog, have a picnic, study or meditate, or simply RELAX! -It has a HUGE Free Little Library- free books! or a place to donate old books. Cons: There is no parking lot available, only street side parking. -The neighborhood it's in is close to known crime district. -It is not easily discoverable. (thank goodness for these reviews!) -It has a lack of amenities: no playground, no restrooms, no picnic tables. -There are lots of mosquitos (especially in summer) -Many owners let their dogs off the leash. -The park prohibits glass containers/alcohol -Hard balls (baseballs, etc) are prohibited in the park. OVERALL: McDuffie is good for the average park-goer, its entrancing location makes it FUN!

I highly recommend this location. It's a cozy spot right next to the Rio and the mountains. Each…read morespot has a nice view. The online reservation process was easy and we had no issues with checking in after hours. They text us to give updates, the instructions were straight forward, and the spot was exactly as listed. The accommodations were nice and we also felt very safe. This spot definitely deserves more than 3 something.

Coronado Campground is a hidden gem just north of Albuquerque! The sheltered tent campsites are…read moresuper cute with dedicated parking and privacy. Many thanks to the camp host Paul who waited for our arrival past 8 PM and led us to our campsite. We loved the morning mountain views!

They do a food truck Wednesday during the warmer months (evenings) which is super fun. They have…read morelive music and a handful of food trucks so you can grab a bite and hang out in the grass to enjoy the tunes. I went with a friend and we enjoyed some lamb and fries from Donner Kabob. Probably wouldn't order that again but still not bad. They also had Kimo's Hawaiian, a crepe truck, and frozen custard. I had a lavender frozen custard after dinner which was super good but definitely a little pricey. $6 for two scoops, $7 for three. There is a ton of parking and it was nice to just sit on the grass. Lots of people there with their families and dogs. The sunset was gorgeous and a great view of the mountains.

Very large picturesque park! It's a destination park for lots of pet owners and families. No matter…read morehow busy it is, you can always find nice quiet spots to relax. Easily one of the bigger parks in Albuquerque. It is extremely well maintained no matter the season. It has some of the best views of the mountains and the skyline. Locals tend to call the park "pregnant park" because of the large hill in the center. It's perfect for rolling or sledding down. It's also perfect for kites because of several sq feet without trees. For some reason, this park continues to be a hidden gem for locals only. It's truly a place to be experienced!

Looking for a short beginner hike to nowhere? Travertine Falls might just be your spot…read more Located in Cedar crest this hiking destination is accompanied by a short hike with a little bit of an incline and lots of rocks. The destination is New Mexico's version of falls, which basically just doesn't include water. The cave is kind of cool. You can tell people have fires every so often but that probably is not advisable. From what I understand there might be water running every so often, but very rare. Honestly, not a hike I would do it again, but it was fun enough. So many great places to explore across the state this earth month. Not a bad option for being super close to the city, but I honestly prefer just to go further up the back of the mountain to find different little hikes.

Wow!! I walked Rinconada Canyon, early one morning…read more To see so many drawings in one place is mind blowing. I imagine the people who passed through here. What were they like? Their families? What were they thinking? The paths are very walkable - I think around 2 miles for this trail. The informational sign posts are welcome. Take your time... I walked around twice - and with different lighting / different angles, I some different things. Plenty of parking. Toilet at the entrance.

Visitor Center: Super friendly staff, pit toilets only, but with a water bottle filling station…read more Useful for information, but aside from an info booth and gift shop, pretty sparse. Rinconada Canyon: Small parking lot, but free. We got there pretty early on a weekday so there was no issue, not sure what it would be like on a weekend. Be prepared for a sandy hike, and keep an eye out for snakes! We were a little worried when the first two signs indicated petroglyphs that we could barely see, if at all, but as you get deeper into the canyon they become much more numerous and clearer to see. Round trip hike is flat and easy, aside from the sandiness, but there is zero shade so be prepared.

Since the Copper Trailhead doesn't have its own entry, this is a combo review. Copper is considered…read morerelatively easy. The caveat is that the final approach to the U-Mound gets more complex and I gave up. But there's a consolation prize: the term "U-Mound" is apparently also used to refer to the general rocks in the vicinity, which are approachable via the easy trails. Given the incomplete maps online and reviews of the difficult trails around Embudo, the TL;DR take is that you should look for the 401 trail if you're into scenery but not trying to re-enact some grim 2012-era Sundance movie. There are many elevation options. While I didn't see wildflowers in April, there was a great cacti assortment. Geography note: there are buses relatively close to Copper Trailhead but the ABQ Ride schedule is not generous. As of press time there were no post-sunset buses so I took Lyft.

This was my first weekend ever mountain biking, and this was my first experience ever at Embudo…read moreCanyon Trailhead. They had two parking lots, one in the upper area, and a parking lot right next to the trailhead. Sports Systems had a tent in the upper lot and they were demo'ing the e-bikes for that morning. We passed on that with excitement to hit the trail. We applied our sunscreen and geared up for a ride. The weather was perfect! We were a group of 4, and we hit the trail. We were 15-20 minutes into our initial climb and I realized I wasn't ready for such intensity. I've been a road bike rider for many years, but mountain biking is a whole different animal. Once we were in the trail a ways, it became a bit easier to navigate. However, the ride back to the parking lot was uphill almost the whole way. We rode about a total of 3.5 miles. I enjoyed seeing the walkers with dogs, the joggers, and other extreme fit mountain bike riders. The views were spectacular of the mountains and also looking over the city. In my opinion, I would say this was not for novice mountain bike riders. I was a bit out of my league here. Unfortunately, I even took a fall at the very end with the parking lot in view. All is good thankfully.