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Sandia Foothills Open Space – Sandia Foothills Open Space loop from Copper Trailhead

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Sandia Foothills Open Space – Sandia Foothills Open Space loop from Copper Trailhead

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Sandia Foothills Open Space – Sandia Foothills Open Space loop from Copper Trailhead

01:08

10.6km

270m

Mountain biking

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 15, 2026

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Cibola National Forest

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Parking

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39 m

Sandia Foothills Open Space

Highlight • Forest

Sandia Foothills Open Space spans 2560 acres at the base of the Sandia Mountains. It is a desert wonderland with plenty of opportunities for hikers, runners and mountain bikers to …

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1.99 km

The Sandia Foothills Open Space is a popular place with hiking that is handily very close to Albuquerque. There are a number of looped hikes of varying difficulty with plenty of wildlife and nature to see.

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8.17 km

View of Albuquerque from Mano Trail

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You'll encounter a steady incline leading up to this point, but it's a nice spot to rest and soak in the breathtaking views of the surrounding area, offering a panoramic …

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10.6 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.6 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

9.26 km

1.35 km

< 100 m

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Thursday 2 July

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