With over 100 hiking trails, nestled in the Cibola National Forest, appealing to a wide range of explorers, the beauty of the Sandia Mountains is accessible to all from its crest atop the Sandia Peak Tramway.

Jan 27, 2023 · Reaching the 10,378-foot crest of the Sandia Mountains, an 11,000 square mile panoramic view awaits you. It’s an elevation of the body, mind, and soul in a mere 15 minutes. From ranger talks to holiday celebrations, there’s always something new …

Nov 23, 2019 · Passengers have the option to purchase round-trip tickets up to Sandia Peak and back, or they can purchase one-way tickets if they want to hike half of the journey. Below the 10,378-foot crest, there’s more than 100 hiking trails dotting the Sandia Mountain Wilderness.

Sandia Crest, also known locally as Sandia Peak or simply as the Crest, [2] is a mountain ridge that, at 10,679 feet (3,255 m), is the highpoint of the Sandia–Manzano Mountains, and is located in the Sandia Mountains of Bernalillo County, New Mexico, United States.

Apr 7, 2020 · Located on the outskirts of the city of Albuquerque, the Sandia Peak Tramway holds the impressive claim of the second-longest tramway in the world. The tramway’s route ascends over 4,000 feet up Sandia Peak, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding scenery.

On the eastern side of the Sandia Mountain Range, you can go skiing in winter, at the Sandia Peak Ski Area. Take the tram up the mountain from Albuquerque, then ski down the opposite side, using the ski lifts to get back to the top.

Apr 9, 2019 · At Sandia peak, a 45-minute drive or short tram ride from central Albuquerque, you can ski, hike, and participate in several other outdoor activities, depending on the time of year. Here is our complete guide to this popular peak, including how to get there, what to do, and more.

Welcome to Sandia Peak Tramway! Please purchase your Tram tickets before arriving. The Tram is open Wed - Mon, 9am till 8pm. The TEN 3 Restaurant is open Thur - Mon; visit ten3tram.com for hours additional info. If you have fine dining reservations at TEN 3, please arrive to the Tram 45 minutes to 1 hour before your DINING reservation.

May 9, 2017 · It's a fairly popular hike to the falls, but the trail narrows as it ascends away from the Falls. The South Crest Trail continues west hits a junction with the steep and unmaintained CCC Trail. I'll be returning to this junction on my way back.

Leaving from the foothills above Albuquerque this trail leads you from the desert up to the peaks of the Sandia Mountains. You'll climb from the city at 7000 ft above sea level all the way up to 10,378 ft in altitude along a trail the changes from high desert to deep pine forest.