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New Mexico
Bernalillo County
Albuquerque

Sandia Foothills Open Space – Eye of the Sandias loop from Redbox

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Hiking trails & Routes
United States
New Mexico
Bernalillo County
Albuquerque

Sandia Foothills Open Space – Eye of the Sandias loop from Redbox

Hard

2.6

(15)

96

hikers

Sandia Foothills Open Space – Eye of the Sandias loop from Redbox

05:00

12.4km

610m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 20, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that may be dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 3.36 km for 5.27 km

After 9.74 km for 272 m

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Start point

Bus stop

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2.22 km

Sandia Foothills Open Space

Highlight • Forest

Sandia Foothills Open Space spans 2560 acres at the base of the Sandia Mountains. It is a desert wonderland with plenty of opportunities for hikers, runners and mountain bikers to …

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5.56 km

Eye of the Sandias

Highlight • Natural Monument

The Eye of the Sandias is a 6.4km hiking loop in the Sandia Foothills Open Space Park. There is also an actual eye painted onto one of the rocks and finding it makes the experience even more special.

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10.0 km

You'll encounter a steady incline leading up to this point, but it's a nice spot to rest and soak in the breathtaking views of the surrounding area, offering a panoramic …

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12.4 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.61 km

5.73 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

11.1 km

1.23 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

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