The Best Family-Friendly Bike Trails in Albuquerque!

Albuquerque is kind of the perfect place to enjoy a bike ride: there’s sun almost all year long, it offers breathtaking landscapes and scenery, and it boasts over 400 miles of dedicated bike lanes and trails for you and your whole family to explore!
We’ve put together a list of our top six bike trails that you and the entire family are going to absolutely love. Take a look at them below:

1

Paseo del Bosque Trail

Paseo del Bosque Trail is probably the most known location for bike riding in Albuquerque. It’s a 16-mile, paved, multi-use trail that follows the Rio Grande and is a perfect option for families as the trail is uninterrupted by roadways. You will pass by some of Albuquerque’s most scenic areas!

2

Tramway Bike Trail

This trail offers both a dedicated, off-street bike trail and on-street bike lanes! You will get to go through the breathtaking scenery of the foothills of the Sandia Mountains and panoramic mountain views!

3

Embudo Canyon Trailhead

If you’re biking with little kids, the best option is the trails in the foothills. You will enjoy amazing landscape views, wildflowers, and amazing natural surroundings. The best way to end your family bike ride is by admiring the beautiful New Mexico sunset!

4

North Diversion Channel Trail

The North Division Channel Trail elevates over the Rio Grande Valley and offers awesome views! This urban trail connects north and south from Nob Hill and the University of New Mexico.

5

Elena Gallegos Open Space

This 64-acre park features many dirt trails and amazing views of the Sandia Mountains. You will be amazed by the landscape, and kids will get to learn a lot about the different animals and plants they can get to see.

6

Mariposa Basin Park

The Mariposa Basin Park trails are perfect for families with kids who are just starting to ride a bike or want to practice! It features three loops of 1-mile each, each of them is 3-6 feet wide and paved. If you need a break, you can enjoy a picnic by the duck pond!

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