Near King of the Mountain Trail
South Sandia Crest
Near King of the Mountain Trail
La Luz overlooks Albuquerque from the Sandia Peak Aerial Tramway.
Near King of the Mountain Trail
Sandia Crest Panorama 2
Near King of the Mountain Trail
View of Kiwanis Cabin on Sandia Peak

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Hike Trail

King of the Mountain Trail

3.0 (1 Rating)
A long singletrack climb or descent through the ski area.
8.2
mi
Distance
2,190
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
Views

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
8.23mi
Distance
2,190ft
Elevation Gain
562ft
Elevation Loss
30%
Max Grade
10,279ft
High Point
8,651ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
Though foot traffic is allowed, this is primarily a biking area and as a downhill ride, they can move fast through here. If you choose to hike this trail, use caution and be respectful of other users. The lower bit of the trail is narrow, running through the grassy areas of the ski runs. As you climb you'll end up in the trees at the northern edge of the ski area where you'll be faced with many rock steps and roots. Higher up the trees change to aspens in spots and could be wonderful in the fall. Finally you come more out onto the ski runs again near the top. Once on top there are restrooms and a restaurant as well as spectacular views of Albuquerque from the crest.

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Contributors
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