Sandia Mountain Hiking Trails

Total distance 51 miles total descent 10,822 ft Trailheads provide access to the foothills trails as well as the sandia mountain wilderness area, managed by the us forest service. 166 miles 267 kilometers of trail 7 recommended routes 0 easy trails ;

The vast majority of trails lie on the west side of the mountain range and explore the open space below. There are perennial and intermittent springs and streams on the mountain, but visitors should always carry their own water. The sandia crest tramway starts its journey at 6,559 feet above sea level, and ends at 10,378 feet — for a gain of 3,819 feet (or 1,164 meters).

Sandia Mountain Hiking Trails Sandia mountain hiking guide by mike coltrim is a comprehensive resource for hikers presenting information about 57 trails in the sandias.

The tram makes the 2.7 mile trip in 15 minutes. Total distance 51 miles total descent 10,822 ft The sandia crest trail traverses the entire range of the sandia mountains and can be hiked in either direction. The sandia crest tramway starts its journey at 6,559 feet above sea level, and ends at 10,378 feet — for a gain of 3,819 feet (or 1,164 meters).