Cedro Creek Nature Trail – Duke City Fix
When it’s warm in Albuquerque, it’s always a little bit cooler in the mountains. There are plenty of hard core hiking spots to go around, but there are also some easy going gems that deliver the visual goods without a knock down workout. These trails are family affairs. Pack up the kids. Take the dog. Carry plenty of liquids.
Getting There
1. Take I-40 (or even better, Route 66) east into the Sandia mountains. Go until you hit Tijeras. Take 337 going south.
2. Stop at the Sandia Ranger Station if it is open. It will be on your left. Pick up a trail map for the Cedro Creek Nature Trail. The trail has a series of numbered markers. This map will give the corresponding details.
3. Head on down 337. Pass Tunnel Canyon and keep going. Look for the Otero Canyon sign. Pull off and park.
4. Walk down the short hill and look for the Cedro Creek trail sign just to your left. Get hiking!