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Scenic Running Trails in New Mexico
New Mexico has 120 trails with scenic views in this directory, across 21 cities and towns — Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Las Cruces, Rio Rancho and 17 more. Waterfronts, overlooks and river loops: the trails that get you out of the door.
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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.
Santa Fe National Forest
4.8 ★★★★★ 4,379 reviews
This 1.6-million-acre forest with many miles of trails offers activities such as hunting & fishing.
A Park Above
4.8 ★★★★★ 3,527 reviews
Green space with ample playground equipment, plus a splash pad, wheelchair swings & covered tables.
Bottomless Lakes State Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 2,998 reviews
Park features several sinkhole-formed lakes with water sport activities, plus hiking trails.
Lake Carlsbad Beach Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 2,639 reviews
Recreation area with fishing, boating & water sports, plus play equipment & picnic areas.
Lincoln National Forest
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,926 reviews
Rugged mountain terrain with hiking & horse trails, campgrounds, picnic sites, skiing & more.
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.
Mariposa Basin Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,164 reviews
3 walking trail loops around ponds, a draw for bird watchers, plus playgrounds & sports fields.
Cabezon Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 997 reviews
City park with an outdoor swimming pool, community center, football field, playgrounds & gazebos.
Boca Negra Canyon
4.6 ★★★★★ 950 reviews
Rustic desert park featuring low-key day hikes amid numerous petroglyphs carved into volcanic rocks.
Cahoon Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 974 reviews
Public green space with tennis and basketball courts, a playground, and a picnic area.
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.
Berg Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 823 reviews
Charming public park in verdant, tranquil surrounds featuring open play areas, trails & a river.
Green Meadow Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 722 reviews
Park featuring a pond for fishing, a playground, and walking path, plus picnic tables.
Greene Acres Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 754 reviews
Family-friendly, clean park, offering a playground and fishing as well as a lake and a pond.
Alameda / Rio Grande Open Space
4.7 ★★★★★ 579 reviews
Popular riverside park offering trails, birding and horseback riding.
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.
Frenchy's Field/Santa Fe River Trail
4.4 ★★★★☆ 518 reviews
Labyrinth and meadow featuring walking trails, dog-walking opportunities and a river trail.
Petroglyph National Monument, Piedras Marcadas Canyon Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 477 reviews
Alameda Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 491 reviews
Relaxed public park featuring a playground and a zoo with native Southwestern animals.
Soledad Canyon Day Use Area
4.8 ★★★★★ 434 reviews
Mountainous, pet-friendly destination offering various hiking trails, some with waterfall views.
Dale Ball Trails
4.7 ★★★★★ 429 reviews
Scenic 22-mi. network of mountain trails with a variety of terrain for hiking, running & biking.
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.
Ned Houk Memorial Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 389 reviews
Tranquil open space with kids' play areas, fishing ponds, picnic areas & multi-use trails.
Voiers "Pit" Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 404 reviews
Park featuring a playground and a pond stocked with trout and catfish for fishing.
Piedras Marcadas Canyon
4.7 ★★★★★ 367 reviews
Easy trails featuring rock art (petroglyphs) carved by ancient people and views of Albuquerque.
Michael Emery Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 356 reviews
Popular with hikers & mountain bikers, this trail offers rugged scenery, shrubs & diverse wildlife.
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.
Los Poblanos Fields Open Space
4.8 ★★★★★ 306 reviews
Open space & an active farming area featuring dog-friendly hiking/biking trails & wildlife habitats.
Mesilla Valley Bosque State Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 274 reviews
Natural area along the Rio Grande with trails popular for hiking & birding, plus ranger-led tours.
Rio Rancho Bosque Preserve - Riverside Dr Entrance
4.8 ★★★★★ 246 reviews
Nature preserve featuring river views, trails, and ample parking, plus fishing and kayaking.
The Box Recreation Area
4.8 ★★★★★ 244 reviews
Rambling park popular for roped rock climbing, bouldering and camping, plus hiking trails.
Desert Foothills Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 247 reviews
Public parkland featuring paved trails, cacti, native wildlife, a picnic pavilion & BBQ pit.
Trailhead Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 233 reviews
Park featuring walking trails, scenic mountain views, and a playground.
Loma Colorado Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 229 reviews
Well-maintained outdoor space offering playground equipment, soccer and sporting events.
Diablo Canyon Recreation Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 214 reviews
A park and canyon featuring hiking, rock climbing, camping, and wildlife viewing.
Riverwalk nature trail
4.5 ★★★★★ 221 reviews
Network of walking, running & biking trails through parks & common land by the Animas River.
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.
Baylor Pass West Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 167 reviews
Hiking area with trails that are good for children, dogs, and camping.
Camino De Los Montoyas Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 172 reviews
Relaxed park featuring a playground with swings and slides, alongside picnic tables.
Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument
4.8 ★★★★★ 161 reviews
Scenic mountain range, canyon & woodlands with hiking, horseback riding, camping & mountain biking.
J Kenneth Smith Bird Sanctuary and Nature Center
4.6 ★★★★★ 160 reviews
Park with trails for walking and bird watching, as well as benches and a pond.
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.
Animas Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 138 reviews
Riverside park linking to an 8-mi. network of natural cycling & hiking trails.
Sky Room Campus Park - Rio Rancho Parks & Recreation
4.6 ★★★★★ 141 reviews
Outdoor events venue featuring an amphitheater, food trucks, and a public restroom.
Enchanted Lands
4.5 ★★★★★ 138 reviews
Sports fields, an 18-hole disc golf course, playground & picnic shelters are the focus at this park.
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.
Sierra Vista National Recreation Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 124 reviews
Hiking, mountain-biking and trail-running destination, with sweeping views and free camping.
Tingley Drive Southern Bosque Trailhead
4.5 ★★★★★ 122 reviews
Hiking area along the Rio Grande with a paved trail, picnic tables, and kid-friendly walks.
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.
Amelia White Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 106 reviews
Serene park featuring benches and picnic tables and a memorial to Korea War vets.
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.
Mesa Contenta Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 91 reviews
Shady park featuring playground equipment, a picnic area, tennis courts and a walking trail.
Brantley Lake Loop Trailhead
4.2 ★★★★☆ 95 reviews
Campground offering trails, as well as views of and access to the lake.
Tellbrook Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 81 reviews
Calm outdoor space featuring shade trees, picnic tables and playgrounds.
Sandalwood Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 75 reviews
Clean park boasting a playground, picnic tables, a basketball court and a pavilion.
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.
Rio Rancho/Corrales Bosque Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 69 reviews
Family-friendly spot for walking, cycling and fishing, plus kayaking.
Doña Ana Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 59 reviews
Hiking, cycling, and horseback riding trails crisscross this area with varying degrees of difficulty.
Animas River Walk at River Road
4.8 ★★★★★ 57 reviews
Serene destination featuring rivers and trails for hiking, strolling, running and biking amid natural scenery and wildlife.
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.
Sagecrest Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 54 reviews
Neighborhood park with a playground and picnic area, plus a walking path leading to wetlands.
Sandia Foothills Open Space
4.6 ★★★★★ 48 reviews
Natural area with many varieties of wildlife in the foothills & outdoor recreation opportunities.
Glade Run Recreation Area - BLM
4.4 ★★★★☆ 48 reviews
Park offering opportunities for hiking, four-wheeling, and taking in the scenery.
Achenbach Canyon Hiking Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 40 reviews
Hiking area featuring a loop trail with views and rocky canyons.
Salt Creek Wilderness
4 ★★★★☆ 46 reviews
Hiking trail through an area featuring sinkholes and foothills, plus sightings of local wildlife and wildflowers.
Calabasas Trail Head (La Tierra Trails)
4.8 ★★★★★ 37 reviews
Hiking area with trails for different levels of difficulty, plus views.
Pecos Wilderness
5 ★★★★★ 20 reviews
Protected area of rugged mountains & canyons, with waterfalls, wildflower meadows & fishing lakes.
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