For excellent views of Albuquerque and the nearby Sandia Mountains ... excellent hiking trails. There are a range of trails to suit all skill levels, from the easy 0.3-mile Peak Nature Trail ...

Starting at the north-end base of the Sandias, the trail travels to the peak at 10,678 feet. There is an option to take the Sandia Peak tram back down for a fee (schedule permitting). Kasha-Katuwe ...