Category Archives: Sandias, West

In the vicinity of the west slopes of the Sandia Mountains, NM.

Sandia Tram & North Crest Hike – 7/13/2016

Posted on July 14, 2016 by George Young

For another activity during Thomas visit, we took an early morning ride on the Sandia Peak Tram and hiked from the upper terminal of the Tram to the Visitor’s Center, located at the top of the Sandia Crest Highway.   … Continue reading →

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Eye of the Sandias Hike – 2/21/2016

Posted on March 7, 2016 by George Young

This trail is in the southwest corner of the Sandia Mountains. The trailhead is at the end of Copper Avenue. It is a loop trail; we went about it in a counterclockwise direction. It is largely open, with cholla, prickly … Continue reading →

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Mano Trail Hike – 3/6/2016

Posted on March 7, 2016 by George Young

This trail is in the southwest corner of the mountains. There are two approaches to the trailhead, from Embudo Canyon and our choice, from the east end of Copper Avenue. This is a loop trail; we proceeded in a counterclockwise … Continue reading →

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