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Flat & Fast Running Trails in New Mexico
New Mexico has 28 trails with flat, fast terrain in this directory, across 10 cities and towns — Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Las Cruces, Alamogordo and 6 more. Gentle grades for tempo efforts, goal-pace long runs and steady miles.
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Carlsbad Caverns National Park
4.9 ★★★★★ 18,363 reviews
Well-known national park famous for its limestone caves, rock formations & hiking trails.
Sandia Peak Tramway
4.7 ★★★★★ 12,430 reviews
2.7-mi aerial tram ride with Albuquerque & mountain views to a peak with trails, skiing & dining.
Dripping Springs Natural Area
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,592 reviews
Hiking trails through rock spires & scrub to 1800s resort buildings & a granite-wall spring.
Rio Grande Nature Center State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,610 reviews
Riverside forest featuring trails, bird watching & native plants, plus exhibits & picnicking.
Embudito Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 784 reviews
Scenic hike leading to sweeping city views and a variety of terrain.
Rockhound State Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 814 reviews
Agates & quartz crystal are in abundance at this park with trails, a swimming beach & camping.
Rinconada Canyon Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 533 reviews
Easy loop trail for viewing ancient rock drawings.
La Luz Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 489 reviews
Rough hiking path offering sweeping vistas of the sprawling city.
Menaul Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 496 reviews
Hiking, biking, and horseback riding are available at this park with trails and picnic tables.
Petroglyph National Monument, Piedras Marcadas Canyon Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 477 reviews
Dale Ball Trails
4.7 ★★★★★ 429 reviews
Scenic 22-mi. network of mountain trails with a variety of terrain for hiking, running & biking.
Elena Gallegos Open Space
4.8 ★★★★★ 389 reviews
Easygoing park offering a series of mountain biking & hiking trails, mountain views & picnic spots.
McAdams Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 353 reviews
Relaxed outdoor space with a disc golf course, a picnic area and a playground.
Willow Creek Trailhead and Open Space
4.8 ★★★★★ 314 reviews
Kid-friendly open-space area featuring wooded areas, trails and spots for dog walkers.
The Box Recreation Area
4.8 ★★★★★ 244 reviews
Rambling park popular for roped rock climbing, bouldering and camping, plus hiking trails.
Picacho Peak
4.6 ★★★★★ 74 reviews
Hiking area featuring well-marked trails leading to views from the peak.
Grand Enchantment Trail - Tramway Trail Segment Trailhead
4.9 ★★★★★ 67 reviews
Hiking range with a tramway as well as trails, offering city views, snacks and parking.
Doña Ana Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 59 reviews
Hiking, cycling, and horseback riding trails crisscross this area with varying degrees of difficulty.
Dorothy Stewart Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 57 reviews
Easy to moderate hiking area featuring several trails with city and valley views.
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