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A Park Above
4.8 ★★★★★ 3,527 Google reviews · Running trail in Rio Rancho, New Mexico · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from A Park Above's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Green space with ample playground equipment, plus a splash pad, wheelchair swings & covered tables.
What runners say about A Park Above
“" Because the equipment was so clean, colorful, and fun, it seemed like something you'd have to pay for (but you don't!”
“With such a beautiful day we took advantage of the weather and decided to go do something fun for the kids!”
“They have quite some space to have alot of kids to explore and have some fun they offer shade and picnic benches to sit on.”
“The most fun park for kids of all ages and is for all types of people who are wanting to get some play and exercise out.”
A Park Above is truly a gem for families with young children! This park offers everything kids need to have a fun and exciting day. From spacious playground areas to a variety of slides and swings, it has something for everyone, no matter their age.
Visited this park with kids while on business trip and I have to say it is one of the best parks I’ve been to and hands down 5 stars. The best part of the park is that it is completely fenced all around perimeter so kids can’t wonder off. Beautiful view of Sandia at any part of the park.
Simply beautiful park, gated for safety, handicap accessible, clean bathrooms. There are picnic tables, artificial turf as a softened play surface, and multiple areas for children of all ages. The entire area is encircled with a path for stroller moms, and one section has exercise equipment.
My kids absolutely loved this park. So many play options for them. Usually, when I take them to the park, I get bored in the first 10 minutes but here, I had fun running after them and playing with them. I think kids of varied ages would have fun. It was definitely safe enough for my 1 year old.
Trail conditions & character
“Simply beautiful park, gated for safety, handicap accessible, clean bathrooms.”
“With such a beautiful day we took advantage of the weather and decided to go do something fun for the kids!”
“Excited to see if they ever eventually expand parking and add more taco trucks to the area.”
“They have quite some space to have alot of kids to explore and have some fun they offer shade and picnic benches to sit on.”
“Simply beautiful park, gated for safety, handicap accessible, clean bathrooms.”
“With swings, music section, sand box, slides, rock climbing stuff, dog park, picnic tables, and other odd things to play with.”
Plan your run at A Park Above
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- LightingRunners report lights on the path — useful for pre-dawn and after-work miles. Lighting and opening hours are separate things, so check both.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websiterrnm.gov
- Phone(505) 994-6338
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–10 PM |
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