- The list below includes 60 free or cheap things to do in or near Sandia Park, New Mexico, including 56 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Scenic Drives, Hiking Trails and History Museums.
- From Sandia Crest Byway to Tinkertown Museum, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Sandia Park and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Albuquerque, Tijeras, Rio Rancho and Cerrillos.
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At roughly 10,000 feet heigh, the Sandia Crest Byway allows visitors to take in panoramic views of the Rio Grande, Albuquerque, and the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Five life zones are covered on the way up the byway with several climbing switchbacks for a fun drive.
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Rather than a standard museum collection the Tinkertown Museum houses 20,000 handcarved miniatures. Even the building itself is unique and creative since it is made of concrete and 55,000 glass bottles.
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Near some of the best mountain biking in the area, Cedro Peak Campgrounds & Trails has access to horseback riding, ATV riding, two large group campsites that can accommodate 100 people, and many hiking trails.
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Artisans are put on display at the Tijeras Open-Air Arts Market. Arts, crafts, and live music events are held on the weekend at the market that is adjacent to the Just Imagine Gallery and Coffee House.
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Cibola National Forest, Sandia Ranger District, Tijeras, NM 87059
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Recommended for intermediate level hikers, Bart's Trail is a trail that leads visitors towards the mountainous region of South Peak. The hike ascends quickly and provides visitors of a panoramic view of the surrounding area.
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Cibola National Forest, Sandia Ranger District, Tijeras, NM 87059
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Running for approximately 11 miles, the Embudito Trail features an elevation gain of roughly 3,000 feet to show scenic vistas of the surrounding area. The tough terrain of the trail makes it ideal for experienced hikers.
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Cibola National Forest, Sandia Ranger District, Tijeras, NM 87059
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Hawk Watch Trial is a hiking trial that was built by a non-profit organization named Hawk Watch. The trail takes anywhere from 1 to 2.3 hours to complete and the trail itself spans 2.5-miles in length.
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Cibola National Forest, Sandia Ranger District, Tijeras, NM 87059
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Located within the scenic Sandias Mountains, the Piedra Lisa Trail is a nature trail popular among hikers and other nature enthusiasts. While on the trail, guests enjoy the sights of the numerous picturesque granite formations within the mountain range.
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Pino Canyon
Cibola National Forest, Sandia Ranger District, Tijeras, NM 87059
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Located just a few minutes from downtown Albuquerque, Pino Canyon offers a long hiking trail that can be used by both beginners and advanced hikers. Wide scenic views of the area can be seen along the trail, and it connects to Crest Trail at the top.