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Hilly Trails & Hill Workouts in New Mexico
New Mexico has 46 trails with hills and elevation in this directory, across 11 cities and towns — Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Las Cruces, Los Lunas and 7 more. Climbing and vert — hill repeats, and the strength flat running never builds.
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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.
Dripping Springs Natural Area
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,592 reviews
Hiking trails through rock spires & scrub to 1800s resort buildings & a granite-wall spring.
Boca Negra Canyon
4.6 ★★★★★ 950 reviews
Rustic desert park featuring low-key day hikes amid numerous petroglyphs carved into volcanic rocks.
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.
Pino Trailhead
4.9 ★★★★★ 406 reviews
Scenic trail, good for hikers but also frequented by bikers.
Elena Gallegos Open Space
4.8 ★★★★★ 389 reviews
Easygoing park offering a series of mountain biking & hiking trails, mountain views & picnic spots.
Piedras Marcadas Canyon
4.7 ★★★★★ 367 reviews
Easy trails featuring rock art (petroglyphs) carved by ancient people and views of Albuquerque.
The Box Recreation Area
4.8 ★★★★★ 244 reviews
Rambling park popular for roped rock climbing, bouldering and camping, plus hiking trails.
Loma Colorado Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 229 reviews
Well-maintained outdoor space offering playground equipment, soccer and sporting events.
Tortugas Mountain
4.8 ★★★★★ 192 reviews
Hill featuring steep climbs, mountain biking, hiking trails, and an observatory at the summit.
Piedra Lisa Canyon Loop Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 176 reviews
Rocky area featuring multiple trails of varying difficulty levels.
Sun Mountain Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 148 reviews
Mountain hiking area offering scenic views and well-marked trails.
Manzano/Four Hills Open Space
4.7 ★★★★★ 147 reviews
Hiking area with a series of sloping hills, featuring a variety of plants & wildlife.
Dale Ball Trails - Sierra del Norte Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 125 reviews
Easy and moderate trails (some gently inclined) through pine forests and rocky parts of the hills, with views over Santa Fe.
Arroyo Hondo Open Space Trail Head
4.7 ★★★★★ 124 reviews
Casual trails and loop options with signage, cactus and views of the mountains.
Chamisa Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 116 reviews
Hiking area featuring kid-friendly and other trails with varying difficulty levels.
Piedra Lisa Canyon Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 108 reviews
Well-known, dog-friendly trek with rock scrambles, for climbing, hiking and cycling.
Frijoles Trailhead (La Tierra Trails)
4.7 ★★★★★ 109 reviews
Well-marked, fun-filled locale for hiking and biking and equestrian sports, with jumps for all skill levels.
Pine Tree Loop Trail Head
4.8 ★★★★★ 100 reviews
Hiking area with scenic views, varying difficulty levels, and a primitive campsite.
RailTrail, Rabbit Road Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 96 reviews
Popular out-and-back trail for walking, hiking, and cycling, with pretty views.
Cerro Gordo Trailhead (Dale Ball Trails)
4.7 ★★★★★ 89 reviews
Hiking area with a variety of trails, from easy to more challenging, and scenic views.
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.
Picacho Peak Recreation Area
4.5 ★★★★★ 60 reviews
Recreational area with walking trails for all levels of experience and views from the top.
Dorothy Stewart Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 57 reviews
Easy to moderate hiking area featuring several trails with city and valley views.
Achenbach Canyon Hiking Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 40 reviews
Hiking area featuring a loop trail with views and rocky canyons.
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