Petroglyph National Monument is a National park and is one of North America's largest petroglyphic sites. It is an archaeological site that has thousands of prehistoric Native American etchings on stone walls. It contains patterns and symbols that Native Americans and Spanish settlers carved into volcanic rocks 400 to 700 years ago. This monument of 7,244 hectares is based on a collaboration with the National Park Service. It has 20,000 petroglyphs and provides the public with opportunities for leisure and education. Tourists are allowed to hike the trails from sunrise to sunset in the Volcanoes Day Use Area, Rinconada Canyon, and Piedras Marcadas Canyons. Rinconada Canyon is a 2.2-mile hike.
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PETROGLYPH NATIONAL MONUMENT REVIEWS
Incredible! The history and culture and just the sacredness of this place(s) alone are lovely. This is one of my favorite places to visit in New Mexico. You will have to put on your good hiking boots or shoes and get ready to explore the trails. There are many petroglyphs to see and many little animals along the trail. Roadrunners and such. Super cool place to go for a nice stroll alone or with family. You might even see some coyote tracks in the snow/sand. My favorite petroglyph to see on the trail was the Circle of Life. The feeling you get while being here is indescribable therefore the experience is necessary!!
For hundreds of years families have let their little kids come and draw on these rocks with all kinds of interesting pictures depicting their lives and animals and whatever. Now you can no longer draw on the rocks but people come to wonder what in the world these kids drew in the first place. Nice hike but bring water. Dog friendly and appreciated.
Amazing how many petroglyphs are here in one area. I am disabled and was able to get up to the second switchback. I was also able to do the trail from the trailhead to restrooms and picnic tables!!
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The Rio Grande Nature Center State Park is one of 35 state parks in New Mexico. Its mission is to preserve and protect the Rio Grande bosque and educate about the Rio Grande ecosystem. The 38.8-acre park features ponds, gardens, and a visitor center. It is adjacent to the river forest and hiking trails along the Rio Grande. The Nature Center features lectures, guided walks, and other educational events. It has excellent bird watching throughout the year, allowing visitors to encounter around 250 bird species, including roadrunners and wood ducks.
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Cottonwoods, Woods, Wildflowers, Nice Playground, Walking, Meadows, Farmland Flourishing with Native Grasses, Large Pond, Visitor's Center, Picnic Area, Two Story Kids and Adults, Great Trails, Fun Place to Play, Willows & Memorial Road
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RIO GRANDE NATURE CENTER REVIEWS
Nature Center itself was an interpretive center on the edge of a marsh. There are concrete walls with view holes, so we could observe the wildlife without disturbing them, which meant they came very close. Elsewhere there was a fully accessible viewing site where we could watch sandhill cranes and geese in the field. There was an education section on butterflies and bees. A fabulous spot for nature lovers of all ages!!
Love this place. A lot of walking and biking trails. Handicap accessible. Trails leading to a beautiful lake and small beach area. $3 parking. Easy trails for the whole family!!
Great outdoor area. Great for walking, biking, bird watching, etc. Will definitely return. Great place to go to concerts with nature and relax!
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La Luz Trailhead is one of the most popular path trails in Albuquerque. An eight-mile trail begins at La Luz Trailhead and reaches an elevation of more than 3,500 feet. The mildly trafficked 2.3-mile trail loops below a canopy of cottonwood trees. The path leads from the hot desert landscape to the cool Canadian forest, one way for 7.5 miles. The increase in elevation is 3,200 feet vertical. Visitors can take plenty of water and high-energy food and spend plenty of time for themselves. You can see the magnificent trees rising in the middle of the hike like ponderosa pine. You can experience the great views of Albuquerque.
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Hiking, Nature and Wildlife Areas, Wildflowers, Picnicking, Rocks, Outdoor Learning, Walking, Climbing, Minerals & Fishing
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LA LUZ TRAILHEAD REVIEWS
An amazing experience. As you climb the Greentree switchbacks up the formidable Sandia mountain, you start to realize that you were meant for this hike. The views were consistent, the hike was challenging and there's an option to take the Sandia tram down if you aren't up for coming back down the mountain. I recommend the full hike to anyone who's active and knows how to push themselves. Beginners just need to take it show, it's worth the effort!!
I love hiking the La Luz trail. You start the trail in the classic Albuquerque desert with cacti and scrub brush. The trail is very well maintained and as you go up the views of both the mountains and Albuquerque are breathtaking. The trail transitions to a pine forest which is welcome if you start the trail when the sun is out!
Great experience! The views are incredible. I highly recommend hiking shoes or boots to traverse a few rock slides!
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