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Biking, Hiking & Outdoors

New Mexico hiking in the Bosque Valley in year-round sunshine by ACVBAlbuquerque's location in a high desert rift valley lends itself to tremendous outdoor recreation opportunities including hiking, biking, rock climbing, mountaineering, bouldering, geocaching and more. With the Sandia Mountains right in our backyard and an outstanding year-round climate, it's no wonder that Albuquerque is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and lovers of New Mexico wildlife.

New Mexico hiking

Whether you take a leisurely stroll or a strenuous uphill trek, hiking is one of the most enjoyable ways to experience the wonders of New Mexico's astounding scenery. On our New Mexico hiking trails you'll find breathtaking views and fascinating geological formations. You may also discover fossils, petroglyphs, petrified wood or ancient ruins. With abundant New Mexico wildlife in the area, chances are that you'll see roadrunners, deer, hawks or other woodland critters. There is no shortage of interesting hikes you can take in the Albuquerque metro area or by taking a quick trip into the nearby mountains and forests.

Albuquerque Bike Trails

Cycling on albuquerque bike trails
Challenging elevation changes plus dramatic scenic vistas with flats and hills make Albuquerque bike trails a haven for amateur and professional cyclists. Mountain bikers need to look no further than the Sandia foothills in northeastern Albuquerque, which offer miles of gravel and single-track trails leading to National Forest and Wilderness land overlooking the city. Albuquerque also has a vast network of paved bike trails throughout the city, including the gem of the network, the Bosque Trail. Traversing the city for approximately 15 miles along the Rio Grande, the Bosque Trail, a popular Albuquerque bike trail, winds through mature cottonwoods, wetlands and ample open space, where roadrunners, lizards and coyotes can often be spotted. Bike lanes on many of the city's streets and miles of open road on the outskirts are more reasons that Albuquerque bike trails have earned a solid reputation as an excellent destination for cyclists.

View Uniquely Albuquerque: Bike to learn more about biking in Albuquerque.

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Ice Cave & Bandera Volcano
Location: Neighboring Communities: Other Communities
12000 Ice Caves Rd
(25 mi SW of Grants, Hwy 53)
Grants, NM 87020
Phone: (505) 783-4303
Toll Free: (888) ICE-CAVE
Days Open: Mon-Sun
Hours of Operation: 8 am - 1 hour prior to Sunset
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For a real experience in contrast visit the "Land of Fire & Ice." $9 ages (13+); $4 ages (5 - 12) ; under 5 is free.
Admission: Yes
Credit Cards: Accepted
WiFi/Internet: Wireless
Concessions: Yes
Miles To Airport: 90

Isleta Lakes & Recreation Area
Location: Neighboring Communities: South of Albuquerque
11000 Broadway SE
Albuquerque, NM 87105
Phone: (505) 244-8102
Fax: (505) 244-8246
Days Open: Daily
Hours of Operation: 6am-8pm
 Reservations: Yes  Handicap Accessible: Full
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Open daily. Fishing, RV sites, showers/laundry, covered pavilion, picnic tables/grills, walking paths, playground.
Admission: Yes
Credit Cards: Accepted
WiFi/Internet: Wireless
Motorcoach/RV Parking: Yes
Concessions: Yes
Miles To Airport: 7

Los Altos Park - Municipal Park
Location: Eastside
10140 1/2 Lomas Boulevard, NE
Albuquerque, NM 87112
Phone: (505) 291-6239
Fax: (505) 291-6259
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The largest skate park in the southwest is here in Albuquerque. The park is designed for BMX bikes, skateboards and in-line skates. Please use a helmet.

Sandia Lakes Recreation Area
Location: Neighboring Communities: North of Albuquerque
11143 Highway 85 N.W.
Albuquerque, NM 87114
Phone: (505) 897-3971
Fax: (505) 897-5119
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15 MTA. I-25 Exit 234, W, N 1 mi on NM 313. Fishing, hiking, bird watching, picnicking, playground, shelters, bait & tackle store.

Sandia Peak Mountain Biking
Location: Eastside
Crest Scenic Byway 536
Albuquerque, NM 87059
Phone: (505) 242-9052
Fax: (505) 242-6549
Hours of Operation: Weekends/Holidays
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Weekends & holidays, Memorial Day through Labor Day & Balloon Fiesta.
Admission: Yes
Credit Cards: Accepted
Concessions: Yes

Mountain bike trail system 15+ miles, full-service rental shop, bike/chairlift, scenic rides & cafe.


Shooting Range Park
16001 Shooting Range Access Rd.N.W.
Albuquerque, NM 87120
Phone: (505) 836-8785
Toll Free: (505)
Fax: (505)
Days Open: Wed-Sun
Hours of Operation: 9-5
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A premiere shooting facility located conveniently west of Albuquerque, 12 miles west of the intersection of I-25 and I-40.

The Park provides a safe environment for shooters of all ages to practice and learn the skills of using a firearm.

Rifle/Pistol/Muzzleloading/Skeet/Trap.


SportsMix, LLC
Location: North Valley / Los Ranchos / Corrales
P.O. Box 2983
Corrales, NM 87048
Phone: (505) 999-1037
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SportsMix incorporates the excitement of sports into any company or group event. SportsMix can create custom packages to fit your company's demographics, size and desired length of time to fulfill your group's enjoyment--from playing in a competitive dodgeball or friendly volleyball tournament, to casual Saturday horseshoes. Mix and match sports with picnic games. Make it an hour event or an all-day event (five hours).

Sports are fun, simple, and cost-effective ways to build teams; however, organizing can be daunting. Our trained staff will take care of it all for you. "We Professionally Organize Amateur Sports Leagues."


Stone Age Climbing Gym
Location: Balloon Fiesta Park/N. I-25
4201 Yale Blvd. N.E.
Ste. I
Albuquerque, NM 87107
Phone: (505) 341-2016
Fax: (505) 341-2015
Days Open: Mon-Sun
Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri: 12-10, Sat-Sun: 10-8
 Reservations: Yes
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Climbing school, group events. Outdoor guided climbs.
Total Meeting Space (Sq. Ft.): 20
Credit Cards: Accepted
Miles To Airport: 5

Stone Age Climbing Gym invites you to experience the fun & excitement of one of the fastest growing sports today. Whether you are a seasoned veteran or just want to try climbing for the first time, our experienced staff is unhand to show you the ropes. Try us out with a day pass or sign up for one of our introductory climbing classes offered every Wednesday evening & on Saturday afternoons.


Tingley Beach - Alb Biological Park
Location: Old Town
1800 Tingley Dr. S.W.
(South of Central Ave)
Albuquerque, NM 87104
Phone: (505) 768-2000
Fax: (505) 764-6281
Days Open: Daily
Hours of Operation: 10-3
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The Tingley Beach train currently operates daily from 10:00am to 3:00pm.

Located south of Central Ave on Tingley Drive,Tingley Beach is open from sunrise to sunset every day of the year. Currently, the south Catch & Release Lake, the Central Lake & the Children's Pond are stocked & may be fished. The children's pond may be fished only by children ages 12 & younger. A NM fishing license is required for ages 12 & older.

Access to Tingley Beach is free.>/b> Public restrooms are located at the south end of the train station and are open from sunrise to sunset.

Please review the Tingley Beach Access, Fishing & License Information for rules & regulations located on our website.


Active Knowledge Trips & Tours (Nob Hill)
Location: Historic Nob Hill
3407 Central Ave. N.E.
Albuquerque, NM 87106
Phone: (505) 238-8638
Fax: (505) 212-0162
Days Open: Daily
Hours of Operation: 7am-7pm
 Reservations: Yes  Handicap Accessible: Limited
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Cultural and Educational tours of the Southwest: New Mexico, Colorado, Arizona, Utah, Wyoming. Locations include but are not limited to: Moab, Crested Butte, Taos, Sandia mountains…the list goes on. Biking/ Hiking/ Whitewater Rafting/ Wind Surfing. 1 Day to 2 Week tours.
Credit Cards: Accepted

Tours are made to fit your needs. Business/Corporate groups, family get-a-ways, youth groups; 1 Day or 2 Week Adventures. Call Daily 7AM-7PM. Tours by Reservation. Need 30 days lead time before intended Adventure.


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