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Trails with Trailhead Parking in New Mexico

New Mexico has 90 trails with trailhead parking in this directory, across 17 cities and towns — Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Rio Rancho, Las Cruces and 13 more. A trailhead lot you can actually park in — and the ones that fill by mid-morning.

Labels come from each trail's own listing, its website and runners' reviews. Conditions change with the weather and the season, and gates and lights follow the park's own hours, so check a recent review before you drive out.

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Carlsbad Caverns National Park

4.9 ★★★★★ 18,363 reviews

Carlsbad, NM

MixedLitScenicDog-friendly

Well-known national park famous for its limestone caves, rock formations & hiking trails.

Sandia Peak Tramway

4.7 ★★★★★ 12,430 reviews

Albuquerque, NM

2.7 miLitScenic

2.7-mi aerial tram ride with Albuquerque & mountain views to a peak with trails, skiing & dining.

A Park Above

4.8 ★★★★★ 3,527 reviews

Rio Rancho, NM

LoopShadedLitScenic

Green space with ample playground equipment, plus a splash pad, wheelchair swings & covered tables.

Dripping Springs Natural Area

4.8 ★★★★★ 1,592 reviews

Las Cruces, NM

3 miLoopMixedShaded

Hiking trails through rock spires & scrub to 1800s resort buildings & a granite-wall spring.

Mariposa Basin Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 1,164 reviews

Albuquerque, NM

MixedScenic

3 walking trail loops around ponds, a draw for bird watchers, plus playgrounds & sports fields.

Cabezon Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 997 reviews

Rio Rancho, NM

ShadedScenicDog-friendly

City park with an outdoor swimming pool, community center, football field, playgrounds & gazebos.

Boca Negra Canyon

4.6 ★★★★★ 950 reviews

Albuquerque, NM

MixedScenic

Rustic desert park featuring low-key day hikes amid numerous petroglyphs carved into volcanic rocks.

Copper Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 803 reviews

Albuquerque, NM

Scenic

Scenic destination for hiking and mountain biking.

Embudito Trailhead

4.8 ★★★★★ 784 reviews

Albuquerque, NM

LoopNatural surfaceShadedScenic

Scenic hike leading to sweeping city views and a variety of terrain.

Embudo Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 759 reviews

Albuquerque, NM

Scenic

Rinconada Canyon Trail

4.6 ★★★★★ 533 reviews

Albuquerque, NM

2.2 miLoopCrushed gravelShaded

Easy loop trail for viewing ancient rock drawings.

La Luz Trailhead

4.8 ★★★★★ 489 reviews

Albuquerque, NM

Natural surfaceShadedScenic

Rough hiking path offering sweeping vistas of the sprawling city.

Menaul Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 496 reviews

Albuquerque, NM

Natural surfaceScenicDog-friendly

Hiking, biking, and horseback riding are available at this park with trails and picnic tables.

Frenchy's Field/Santa Fe River Trail

4.4 ★★★★☆ 518 reviews

Santa Fe, NM

LoopPavedShadedLit

Labyrinth and meadow featuring walking trails, dog-walking opportunities and a river trail.

Petroglyph National Monument, Piedras Marcadas Canyon Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 477 reviews

Albuquerque, NM

3 miLoopCrushed gravelShaded

Alameda Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ 491 reviews

Alamogordo, NM

ShadedScenicDog-friendly

Relaxed public park featuring a playground and a zoo with native Southwestern animals.

Soledad Canyon Day Use Area

4.8 ★★★★★ 434 reviews

Las Cruces, NM

3 miLoopScenicDog-friendly

Mountainous, pet-friendly destination offering various hiking trails, some with waterfall views.

Dale Ball Trails

4.7 ★★★★★ 429 reviews

Santa Fe, NM

Natural surfaceShadedScenicDog-friendly

Scenic 22-mi. network of mountain trails with a variety of terrain for hiking, running & biking.

Pino Trailhead

4.9 ★★★★★ 406 reviews

Albuquerque, NM

ShadedScenicDog-friendly

Scenic trail, good for hikers but also frequented by bikers.

Elena Gallegos Open Space

4.8 ★★★★★ 389 reviews

Albuquerque, NM

ShadedScenicDog-friendly

Easygoing park offering a series of mountain biking & hiking trails, mountain views & picnic spots.

Kiwanis Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 410 reviews

Farmington, NM

Shaded

Relaxed recreational area with playgrounds, volleyball courts, picnic tables and horseshoe pits.

Piedras Marcadas Canyon

4.7 ★★★★★ 367 reviews

Albuquerque, NM

3 miScenicDog-friendly

Easy trails featuring rock art (petroglyphs) carved by ancient people and views of Albuquerque.

Michael Emery Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 356 reviews

Albuquerque, NM

LoopScenic

Popular with hikers & mountain bikers, this trail offers rugged scenery, shrubs & diverse wildlife.

Huning Ranch Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 362 reviews

Los Lunas, NM

ScenicDog-friendly

Willow Creek Trailhead and Open Space

4.8 ★★★★★ 314 reviews

Rio Rancho, NM

78 miLoopMixedShaded

Kid-friendly open-space area featuring wooded areas, trails and spots for dog walkers.

Los Poblanos Fields Open Space

4.8 ★★★★★ 306 reviews

Albuquerque, NM

ScenicDog-friendly

Open space & an active farming area featuring dog-friendly hiking/biking trails & wildlife habitats.

Riverside Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ 299 reviews

Los Lunas, NM

ShadedScenic

Eagle Draw Park

4.3 ★★★★☆ 283 reviews

Artesia, NM

LitDog-friendly

Park housing the city's longest walking track, a children's playground & picnic tables.

Rio Rancho Bosque Preserve - Riverside Dr Entrance

4.8 ★★★★★ 246 reviews

Rio Rancho, NM

Crushed gravelScenic

Nature preserve featuring river views, trails, and ample parking, plus fishing and kayaking.

The Box Recreation Area

4.8 ★★★★★ 244 reviews

Socorro, NM

Natural surfaceScenicDog-friendly

Rambling park popular for roped rock climbing, bouldering and camping, plus hiking trails.

Trailhead Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 233 reviews

Rio Rancho, NM

ShadedScenicDog-friendly

Park featuring walking trails, scenic mountain views, and a playground.

Loma Colorado Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 229 reviews

Rio Rancho, NM

ShadedScenicDog-friendly

Well-maintained outdoor space offering playground equipment, soccer and sporting events.

Diablo Canyon Recreation Area

4.7 ★★★★★ 214 reviews

Santa Fe, NM

7.5 miLoopScenicDog-friendly

A park and canyon featuring hiking, rock climbing, camping, and wildlife viewing.

Tortugas Mountain

4.8 ★★★★★ 192 reviews

Las Cruces, NM

Natural surfaceShadedScenicDog-friendly

Hill featuring steep climbs, mountain biking, hiking trails, and an observatory at the summit.

Piedra Lisa Canyon Loop Trail

4.6 ★★★★★ 176 reviews

Albuquerque, NM

LoopMixedScenic

Rocky area featuring multiple trails of varying difficulty levels.

Del Norte Dog Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 176 reviews

Hobbs, NM

ShadedDog-friendly

Popular park featuring basketball courts, a playground and 3 fenced areas for large dogs, small ones, and both to run free.

Baylor Pass West Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 167 reviews

Las Cruces, NM

ScenicDog-friendly

Hiking area with trails that are good for children, dogs, and camping.

Camino De Los Montoyas Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 172 reviews

Rio Rancho, NM

ShadedScenicDog-friendly

Relaxed park featuring a playground with swings and slides, alongside picnic tables.

Western Winds Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 162 reviews

Rio Rancho, NM

Shaded

Big park with a playground for kids and grassy areas.

Sun Mountain Trailhead

4.8 ★★★★★ 148 reviews

Santa Fe, NM

Natural surfaceShadedScenicDog-friendly

Mountain hiking area offering scenic views and well-marked trails.

Tomé Hill Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 153 reviews

Los Lunas, NM

Natural surfaceScenic

Manzano/Four Hills Open Space

4.7 ★★★★★ 147 reviews

Albuquerque, NM

8 miScenic

Hiking area with a series of sloping hills, featuring a variety of plants & wildlife.

Sky Room Campus Park - Rio Rancho Parks & Recreation

4.6 ★★★★★ 141 reviews

Rio Rancho, NM

LitScenicDog-friendly

Outdoor events venue featuring an amphitheater, food trucks, and a public restroom.

Dale Ball Trails - Sierra del Norte Trailhead

4.8 ★★★★★ 125 reviews

Santa Fe, NM

LoopMixedShadedScenic

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

Santa Fe, NM

1.6 miLoopNatural surfaceScenic

Casual trails and loop options with signage, cactus and views of the mountains.

Sierra Vista National Recreation Trail

4.6 ★★★★★ 124 reviews

Las Cruces, NM

29 miNatural surfaceLitScenic

Hiking, mountain-biking and trail-running destination, with sweeping views and free camping.

Tingley Drive Southern Bosque Trailhead

4.5 ★★★★★ 122 reviews

Albuquerque, NM

LoopMixedScenicDog-friendly

Hiking area along the Rio Grande with a paved trail, picnic tables, and kid-friendly walks.

Chamisa Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 116 reviews

Santa Fe, NM

LoopScenicDog-friendly

Hiking area featuring kid-friendly and other trails with varying difficulty levels.

Piedra Lisa Canyon Trailhead

4.8 ★★★★★ 108 reviews

Albuquerque, NM

ScenicDog-friendly

Well-known, dog-friendly trek with rock scrambles, for climbing, hiking and cycling.

Pine Tree Loop Trail Head

4.8 ★★★★★ 100 reviews

Las Cruces, NM

4 miLoopNatural surfaceShaded

Hiking area with scenic views, varying difficulty levels, and a primitive campsite.

La Cuchara Trailhead (La Tierra Trails)

4.8 ★★★★★ 98 reviews

Santa Fe, NM

25 miLoopNatural surfaceScenic

Coors Bosque Trail

4.7 ★★★★★ 96 reviews

Albuquerque, NM

ShadedScenicDog-friendly

RailTrail, Rabbit Road Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 96 reviews

Santa Fe, NM

MixedScenicDog-friendly

Popular out-and-back trail for walking, hiking, and cycling, with pretty views.

El Cerro de Los Lunas Trailhead

4.6 ★★★★★ 97 reviews

Los Lunas, NM

ScenicDog-friendly

Cerro Gordo Trailhead (Dale Ball Trails)

4.7 ★★★★★ 89 reviews

Santa Fe, NM

LoopNatural surfaceScenicDog-friendly

Hiking area with a variety of trails, from easy to more challenging, and scenic views.

Mesa Contenta Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 91 reviews

Rio Rancho, NM

ShadedScenic

Shady park featuring playground equipment, a picnic area, tennis courts and a walking trail.

Gallup Sports Complex

4.3 ★★★★☆ 81 reviews

Gallup, NM

This baseball and football venue features a variety of sports fields alongside an obstacle course.

Picacho Peak

4.6 ★★★★★ 74 reviews

Santa Fe, NM

Natural surfaceScenicDog-friendly

Hiking area featuring well-marked trails leading to views from the peak.

Grand Enchantment Trail - Tramway Trail Segment Trailhead

4.9 ★★★★★ 67 reviews

Albuquerque, NM

Natural surfaceScenic

Hiking range with a tramway as well as trails, offering city views, snacks and parking.

Rio Rancho/Corrales Bosque Preserve

4.7 ★★★★★ 69 reviews

Corrales, NM

ScenicDog-friendly

Family-friendly spot for walking, cycling and fishing, plus kayaking.

Doña Ana Trailhead

4.8 ★★★★★ 59 reviews

Las Cruces, NM

Natural surfaceShadedScenicDog-friendly

Hiking, cycling, and horseback riding trails crisscross this area with varying degrees of difficulty.

Jaycee Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 62 reviews

Artesia, NM

Green city park with tennis courts and ball fields as well as picnic areas and playgrounds.

Picacho Peak Recreation Area

4.5 ★★★★★ 60 reviews

Las Cruces, NM

1.5 miScenic

Recreational area with walking trails for all levels of experience and views from the top.

Dorothy Stewart Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 57 reviews

Santa Fe, NM

LoopScenicDog-friendly

Easy to moderate hiking area featuring several trails with city and valley views.

Paseo del Bosque Trail: Alameda Trailhead

4.8 ★★★★★ 52 reviews

Albuquerque, NM

MixedScenic

Sandia Foothills Open Space

4.6 ★★★★★ 48 reviews

Albuquerque, NM

Scenic

Natural area with many varieties of wildlife in the foothills & outdoor recreation opportunities.

Glade Run Recreation Area - BLM

4.4 ★★★★☆ 48 reviews

Farmington, NM

LitScenicDog-friendly

Park offering opportunities for hiking, four-wheeling, and taking in the scenery.

Eye of the Sandias

4.5 ★★★★★ 44 reviews

Albuquerque, NM

LoopScenic

Hiking area known for a canyon and sunset views.

Paseo del Bosque Trail: Central Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 41 reviews

Albuquerque, NM

PavedScenic

Achenbach Canyon Hiking Trail

4.8 ★★★★★ 40 reviews

Las Cruces, NM

MixedScenic

Hiking area featuring a loop trail with views and rocky canyons.

La Llorona Multi-Use Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 40 reviews

Las Cruces, NM

Paved

Salt Creek Wilderness

4 ★★★★☆ 46 reviews

Roswell, NM

Natural surfaceScenic

Hiking trail through an area featuring sinkholes and foothills, plus sightings of local wildlife and wildflowers.

Las Vegas National Wildlife Refuge

4.5 ★★★★★ 37 reviews

Las Vegas, NM

LoopNatural surfaceScenic

Gallup Brickyard Bike Park

4 ★★★★☆ 35 reviews

Gallup, NM

Trail Head for cerro

4.5 ★★★★★ 31 reviews

Santa Fe, NM

LoopScenic

High Desert Trail

4.6 ★★★★★ 30 reviews

Gallup, NM

Scenic

Socorro Nature Area

3.9 ★★★★☆ 35 reviews

Lemitar, NM

PavedDog-friendly

Park with trails, bird watching, and picnic areas, managed by the Bureau of Land Management.

Nambe Badlands Trailhead

4.6 ★★★★★ 29 reviews

Nambe, NM

LoopNatural surfaceScenicDog-friendly

La Tierra Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 28 reviews

Santa Fe, NM

Natural surfaceDog-friendly

Paseo de la Mesa Trailhead

4.5 ★★★★★ 29 reviews

Albuquerque, NM

4.2 miPavedScenic

Roadrunner Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 24 reviews

Rio Rancho, NM

Doña Ana Arch Trail

4.8 ★★★★★ 21 reviews

Las Cruces, NM

LoopPavedScenic

Jackson Lake Trailhead

4.5 ★★★★★ 20 reviews

Farmington, NM

Gateway Park

4 ★★★★☆ 19 reviews

Rio Rancho, NM

Dog-friendly

Alamo Canyon Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 15 reviews

Alamogordo, NM

Crushed gravel

Dragon's Back Trail

5 ★★★★★ 10 reviews

Rio Rancho, NM

Scenic

Sabinoso Wilderness

4.6 ★★★★★ 5 reviews

Las Vegas, NM

Natural surfaceScenic

High Desert Trails East Trailhead

4.3 ★★★★☆ 3 reviews

Gallup, NM

Socorro Singletrack Trails

4.3 ★★★★☆ 3 reviews

Socorro, NM

2.8 miLoopNatural surface

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