Water, water, water! Bring at least 3 litters of water. You will not have any left over. It is a…read moretrue kickass hike! The last time I did it I was scrambling up a steep rock face, and there was a gentleman waiting for me at the top of the rock face who encouraged me by saying, "you are almost at the crash site!" When I told him that I knew because I had been there before, he responded in amazement and asked, "why the heck did you come back?!" Yep, for many, it is that kind of hike! I believe it is rated at 4.8 out of 5 in difficulty, and by the time you finish the last half mile or so you will probably agree. Download a topographic trail (i.e. AllTrails) map on your phone, and you might need to bring an extra power source, because your phone may drain down searching for a cell signal while you lay down electronic breadcrumbs on the digital map. However, there are two places where it is almost guaranteed that you will miss a turn, and add some "bonus" miles. You definitely don't need "bonus " miles on this hike. You pass through at least 2-3 biomes as you ascend and descend. It's an interesting hike, but be prepared to give yourself a pep talk or two along the way Up. Also, expect your legs to be shaky by the bottom. Decending is a lot of eccentric contractions, which only fire about half the muscle fibers as concentric contractions. You can fact check that yourself. This is a hike to build up to. Remember - the best rescue is a self rescue! Have fun, be smart, and be safe.

First off the address is not correct. The trail is Trail #230 Domingo Baco. This is a hard trail…read more We made it past the crash site but then lost the trail we made it to the top but I do not think we were on the trail at that point. A storm was brewing so we opted to turn around. We ended up with just under 6 miles one way and roughly 3k feet of elevation. The storm popped over the mountain quickly so we were glad we were on our way down when the bottom fell out and the hail started. I was shocked that so much of the plane was still there. It was a very eerie site to see especially for someone who flys often. Great trail, very physical but not impossible as I am 56 and made it. Beautiful trail with a lot of variety. The size of the trees up there shocked me. Oh yes and beware of the briars at the top. Didn't pay attention as I was struggling to climb up a decent rock face and at the top break over point I grabbed and they grab back. Again I think at this point I was off the trail.

This is only a partial review as we only partially conquered this hike, but at a total length of .4…read moremiles, I'm pretty sure we saw just about everything before mistakenly taking a wrong turn. During the pandemic, we've been getting to know Mother Nature better than ever, whether we're exploring the beaches of the Rio Grande, the outdoor art gallery that is Petroglyph National Monument, or taking a quick ride to the Sandia Mountains. Sulphur Canyon Trail was our adventure last weekend and there's not a lot to report; like much of the trails in this neck of the woods it was beginner level, occasionally teetering on moderate, a gradual uphill, on a Saturday there were plenty of hikers and dogs but I'm told it's hardly traveled during the week. The trail was easy to follow and now I know that when we saw the sign for Cienega Trail we shouldn't have followed that arrow. Next time we won't. Plan on paying a $3 parking fee and grabbing lunch at a table in the Sulphur Springs picnic area.

What a beautiful trail, so green and shaded for a wonderful hike! 10/10 recommend, slightly…read morechallenging inclines with gravel and rocks.

Okay, I'm not so keen on "getting out" to city mountains, but this was an enjoyable snowshoe hike…read moreto the rim.

Everything about it us beautiful. The drive up. The views. The trails. I can't wait to move to…read moreAlbuquerque. I'll be here all the time.

Great views! And friendly staff. A lot of the hiking areas up top are closed this year for…read moremaintenance so that's annoying but understandably needed. Views in every direction!

Came here on a Saturday around 1PM, parking lot near the trailhead still had spots. No shade on…read morethis trail, lots of random little trails too, appreciated the signs. Not very steep but not much going on.

This was an awesome experience to ride the 2nd longest tram in the world up to the top!…read more First of all, the day we rode was the 60th annual celebration of the tram. Thus, our tickets were all 50% off. We found out we'd be riding the third generation. It's been so long since I last visited the tram that I probably rode the second generation. It's roomy! Even with the 60th celebration, our wait wasn't extremely long. I believe there are about 30 people on each ride, but I didn't count. I was hoping I didn't feel crammed and it wasn't too bad. Once you're up there, it's amazing to be so far above the ground. On the way up, our 'captain' gave us a bit of trivia about the area, the tram, and our trip up. At some point, you'll pass the other tram coming down, which gives you an idea of how fast you're really going! Wow. Once at the top, it's about 10 degrees cooler. Bring a light jacket or sweatshirt. You can choose to hike a trail that begins on the back side of the restaurant. You'll see the ski lifts and options for different hikes. OR, you can grab a drink from the Ten 3 restaurant and check out the views. We put our name on the list to eat and sipped on cocktails during the wait. It was nice and relaxing up there at the top! We ate at Ten 3 (our wait was 30 minutes) then made our way down. Our guide on the way down didn't say a word, but I suppose it's the same as the way up. There's only one bench on the tram so if you have trouble standing make sure you let it be known. My mom sat going and coming. When you're back at the bottom there's another restaurant if you'd like to eat there instead. They also have a gift shop with some Sandia Tramway, and Albuquerque memorabilia. It's a cute shop. I bought a few items. It's a nice trip. I've ridden before, but it's been so long I don't even remember. Check it out.

The Sandia peak tramway takes you ~10k feet up the mountain from where you can view the Albuquerque…read morecity limits and surrounding mountain ranges. You can purchase tickets online for a two hour window to ride the tramway up. After that you can spend as much time as you like at the peak before heading back down. We bought our tickets for the 3-5 PM window which is a popular slot as many people like to watch the sunset from the top. It is a gorgeous sight to watch the sunset from the peak and even more so as the lights turn on throughout the city below. It was also very cold in December so make sure you bundle up before taking the tram. One drawback is that the tram only runs every 15 minutes and there's a huge live to go back down after the sunset. It was almost an hour's wait to take the trip back.

The Sandia Mountains in New Mexico are an absolute showstopper. From the moment I started the drive…read moreup the scenic Tramway, the views just kept getting better--rolling deserts giving way to lush forests and jagged peaks that stretch toward the sky. At the top, the panoramic vistas take your breath away. Whether hiking, snapping photos, or just soaking in the cool mountain air, it feels like you're on top of the world. The sunsets? Legendary. Friendly hikers, peaceful trails, and that feeling of being totally unplugged make Sandia Mountains a must-visit. Five stars for pure natural magic.

Such a treasure of the Southwest! I've spent countless hours hiking the foothills and along the rim…read moreand the views never get old! A true gem of our city!

A beautiful lake and campground. Quiet. Turquoise blue waters. Able to see deer and eagles on your…read moredrive up here. Just wish that the lake levels haven't been so low the past few years to the point where it was impossible to use the boat ramp. Also, having water close to Albuquerque is a necessity and makes the 6 hour roundtrip day trip worth it

This is a nice place to go hiking and kayaking/canoeing. There are several campgrounds in the area…read morebut most of them are closed due to Covid. The hiking and water activities is worth the trip!

Always a fun time. Very defined trail. Great views although they can get a bit repetitive after a…read morepoint. Personally never felt this trail to be hard. Lots of rock slides, but if you have decent balance you should be good. Parking is free with the national park pass, otherwise it's paid parking- couple bucks. If you are going to take the tram down after hiking up, know that dogs aren't allowed on the tram. And the tram ends at a different point/ so either park a car at each end or be prepared to hike 2.5-3 miles back from there to La Luz trailhead (which can be brutal in summer)

I want to gatekeep this trail because it's so peaceful and quiet, with not a lot of foot…read moretraffic--if any. Make sure to take plenty of water, a snack, and sunscreen or hat.

State number 23=NM in my quest to paddle the lower 48. Thank you Mike at Quiet Waters for hooking…read moreus up with 2 Kayaks + equipment. Great communication and knowledge. We had a great time at the Lake. Would highly recommend.

Had a great time floating down the Rio grande. Highly recommend this for locals as well as visitors.read more