Road, gravel, and mountain bike rides from our shop in Downtown Albuquerque — from the river to the Sandia Crest.
Rio Grande, Alameda Blvd to Central Ave
The city's signature bike path runs north–south under the cottonwoods along the Rio Grande, passing Tingley Beach and the ABQ BioPark. It's the easiest way to rack up miles from Downtown without dealing with traffic.
East edge of the city, Sandia foothills
A dedicated path and on-street bike lanes follow Tramway along the foot of the Sandias, with big views over the city. Side roads climbing toward the trailheads and the Sandia Peak Tramway add short, steep efforts.
From NM 14 in Cedar Crest
New Mexico's best-known road climb gains roughly 3,900 feet through pine forest to the Crest at 10,678 feet. Bring layers — it's much cooler at the top than in town.
NM 448 and Loma Larga Rd, Corrales
Quiet farm roads through the village of Corrales make this a favorite for weekend group rides and coffee stops, a short hop north of Albuquerque.
East side of the Sandias toward Santa Fe
A scenic byway through open high desert and the old mining towns of Madrid and Cerrillos. Wide views, long rollers, and fewer cars than the interstate.
Along the Rio Grande
Beside the paved Bosque trail, a web of dirt paths and irrigation ditch roads makes for a flat, beginner-friendly gravel ride right in town.
Manzanita Mountains, south of Tijeras
Just 20 minutes east, quiet Forest Service roads wind through piñon and juniper around Cedro Peak. Some areas close in summer for fire danger, so check with the Sandia Ranger District.
Placitas to NM 536
East of Placitas the pavement ends and NM 165 climbs Las Huertas Canyon on a bumpy dirt road up the north end of the Sandias. Link it with the Crest road for a classic around-the-mountain loop.
Off US 550, north of Bernalillo
A remote dirt road past hoodoos and badlands at the edge of the Ojito Wilderness. Stay on the road — bikes aren't allowed inside designated wilderness — and carry all the water you'll need.
Starting in Cerrillos, off the Turquoise Trail
A loop from the old mining town of Cerrillos through rugged Waldo Canyon, finishing on the Turquoise Trail. One solid climb earns a big view.
Elena Gallegos and trailheads off Tramway
The go-to network on the city's east edge. The north foothills ride fast and cross-country; the south foothills are rockier and more technical. Watch for cholla and run lower tire pressure in the loose, sandy dirt.
Manzanita Mountains, off NM 337 south of Tijeras
A favorite climb-and-descend trail that anchors a large system of singletrack in the Manzanitas. Link it with Tunnel Canyon, Cedro Peak, and Chamisoso for a big day.
Manzanita Mountains, south of Tijeras
Techy climbs and rough descents with views of the Rio Grande Valley. Trails in the area may close in summer for fire danger — check with the Sandia Ranger District before you go.
East side of the Sandias, off NM 536
In summer the ski area has opened its slopes to mountain bikes, with climbing routes when the lift isn't running. Check SandiaPeak.com for current season and trail status.
Near San Ysidro, about an hour northwest
Striking desert riding along white gypsum ridges and red rock. Exposed and hot in summer — go early and carry plenty of water.