Sandia Mountains - Wikipedia
The Sandia Mountains are a fault block range, on the eastern edge of the Rio Grande Rift Valley. The Sandias were uplifted in the last ten million years as part of the formation of the Rio Grande Rift. They form the eastern boundary of the Albuquerque Basin. The core of the range consists of Sandia granite, with a U-Pb age of 1453±12 million years.
Sandia Mountains | New Mexico, Height, Map, & Facts | Britannica
Sandia Mountains, mountain range in central New Mexico, U.S., northeast of Albuquerque and east of the Rio Grande. Located largely within a part of the Cibola National Forest, the range extends southward for about 30 miles (48 km), and the mountains continue on …
Friends of the Sandia Mountains – friendsofthesandias.org
Whether you are a hiker, mountain biker, cross-country skier, trail runner, or you just enjoy being in the Sandias, you know that our mountains are one of nature’s special gifts. Have you ever wondered what you could do to help protect our mountains?
Cibola National Forest and National Grasslands - Sandia Mountains
Sandia Mountains. The Sandia Mountains are chock full recreational activities, for all seasons. Just east of Albuquerque, the Sandia Mountains are the most visited mountains in New Mexico. Millions of people journey into the Sandia Mountains each year.
Cibola National Forest and National Grasslands - Sandia Ranger District
Just east of Albuquerque are the most visited mountains in New Mexico. Millions of people journey into the Sandia Mountains each year. More than half these visitors ride the Sandia Peak Tram or drive the Sandia Crest National Scenic Byway to take in spectacular panoramic views of Central New Mexico and to enjoy many other recreational ...
10 Best hikes and trails in Sandia Mountain Wilderness | AllTrails
Just east of Albuquerque are the most visited mountains in New Mexico. Millions of people journey into the Sandia Mountains each year. More than half these visitors ride the Sandia Peak Tram or drive the Sandia Crest National Scenic Byway to take in spectacular panoramic views of Central New Mexico and to enjoy many other recreational ...
Sandia Crest Trails & Trailheads - US Forest Service
At a Glance. General Information. Directions: From Albuquerque, drive east on I-40 to Exit 175 toward Cedar Crest/N-14. Follow N-14 aka the Turquoise Trail for approximately 6.5 miles, to NM 536/Sandia Crest Scenic Byway. Turn left onto 536 and …
The Sandia Mountains: Albuquerque’s Perfect Backdrop
The Sandia Mountains are a treasured landmark of Albuquerque, offering beautiful natural scenery, abundant outdoor activities, and a deep connection to the region’s history. From hiking to skiing to admiring the colorful sunsets, the Sandias offer the perfect backdrop.
Sandia Mountain Wilderness - Wikipedia
Sandia Mountain Wilderness, part of Cibola National Forest, is located east of Albuquerque, New Mexico, and comprises much of Sandia Mountains. It became part of the National Wilderness Preservation System in 1978 by an act of the United States Congress and has a total of 37,877 acres (15,328 ha).
Sandia Mountains : Climbing, Hiking & Mountaineering - SummitPost
The Sandia Mountains create the eastern edge of the Rio Grande Rift. The mountains were uplifted about 10 million years ago during the formation of the Rift. The mountains consist mostly of granite except for a thin layer of limestone topping the Crest.