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Sandia Mountain Wilderness
RoutesPlaces to seeNatural MonumentsNorth AmericaUnited StatesNew MexicoBernalillo County
Sandia Mountain Wilderness
The Top 5 Natural Monuments in Sandia Mountain Wilderness
Sandia Mountain Wilderness’s landscape is a beautiful place to explore — something that you can best experience by visiting one of our 5
beautiful natural monuments in Sandia Mountain Wilderness. To help you find the one for, you can see all the details you need to explore the best natural monuments, and better plan your next outdoor adventure!
beautiful natural monuments in Sandia Mountain Wilderness. To help you find the one for, you can see all the details you need to explore the best natural monuments, and better plan your next outdoor adventure!
Last updated: November 3, 2025
Travertine Falls
Highlight • Waterfall
This seasonal waterfall is at its best during spring, when the water flows most abundantly; otherwise, you might catch just a trickle. Nevertheless, it's a splendid sight, and the fact …
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North Sandia Peak
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The North Sandia Peak is a 3184-meter high peak in the Sandia Mountains. The North Sandia Peak Trail, as it name suggests, takes you right to this beautiful mountain.
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South Crest Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
This trail provides a challenging rocky terrain with a consistent incline leading up to Travertine Falls. It requires a more technical and attentive approach to running as you navigate the rocks, but it's both enjoyable and rewarding.
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South Sandia Peak View
Highlight • Summit
The South Sandia Peak is one of the major summits of the Sandia Mountains. 'Sandía' means 'watermelon' in Spanish, a reference to the beautiful color the mountain takes at sunset.
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Sandia Mountains View
Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint
The Piedra Lisa Southern Trail offers great views of the majestic rock formations and the canyons around the Sandia Mountains' western face.
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