La Luz Trail
Forest Service Rd 333, Albuquerque, NM 87122
7.75 miles of trails
La Luz Trail in Albuquerque, New Mexico, ascends 7.75 miles up the Sandia Mountains' west face with 3,775 feet of gain. It features shade, parking, and restrooms. Leashed dogs are permitted but not on the Tramway descent.
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- Park
- La Luz Trail
- Type
- Trail
- Location
- Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Coordinates
- 35.2069, -106.4517
- Trail miles
- 7.75
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers
- Visitor rating
- 4.8 / 5 (2,810 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 6.3 / 10 — Solid
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:No
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.8 from 2,810 reviewers
- · Real shade
- · 7.75 miles of trail
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Dog policy
Iconic 7.75-mile climb up Sandia Mountains' west face (3,775ft elevation gain). Leashed dogs allowed (NOT on Tramway descent).
What this park has
- Shade
- Parking
- Restrooms
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