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Quiet, Uncrowded Trails in New Mexico
New Mexico has 42 trails with quiet, uncrowded running in this directory, across 19 cities and towns — Albuquerque, Farmington, Las Cruces, Rio Rancho and 15 more. Room to run intervals without weaving through walkers and bikes.
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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.
Bottomless Lakes State Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 2,998 reviews
Park features several sinkhole-formed lakes with water sport activities, plus hiking trails.
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.
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.
Frenchy's Field/Santa Fe River Trail
4.4 ★★★★☆ 518 reviews
Labyrinth and meadow featuring walking trails, dog-walking opportunities and a river trail.
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.
Washington Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 310 reviews
Kid-friendly park has a playground, skateboard ramps and BBQs.
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.
Eagle Draw Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 283 reviews
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
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.
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.
Riverwalk nature trail
4.5 ★★★★★ 221 reviews
Network of walking, running & biking trails through parks & common land by the Animas River.
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.
Manzano/Four Hills Open Space
4.7 ★★★★★ 147 reviews
Hiking area with a series of sloping hills, featuring a variety of plants & wildlife.
San Antonio Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 153 reviews
Goodwin Lake Trail
4.1 ★★★★☆ 157 reviews
Peaceful natural area featuring a playa lake, prairie dogs and a paved walking trail.
Enchanted Lands
4.5 ★★★★★ 138 reviews
Sports fields, an 18-hole disc golf course, playground & picnic shelters are the focus at this park.
Berrendo Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 131 reviews
Large park featuring playground equipment, slides and trees.
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.
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.
Sandalwood Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 75 reviews
Clean park boasting a playground, picnic tables, a basketball court and a pavilion.
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.
Sagecrest Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 54 reviews
Neighborhood park with a playground and picnic area, plus a walking path leading to wetlands.
Glade Run Recreation Area - BLM
4.4 ★★★★☆ 48 reviews
Park offering opportunities for hiking, four-wheeling, and taking in the scenery.
Socorro Nature Area
3.9 ★★★★☆ 35 reviews
Park with trails, bird watching, and picnic areas, managed by the Bureau of Land Management.
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