Climbing the Sandia Crest Scenic Byway near Albuquerque is a long, high-altitude ascent offering spectacular panoramic views over the Rio Grande Valley. Prepare for a sustained approximately 13.4 mile climb gaining nearly 4,800ft to the summit lookout at 10,678ft. The climb stays true at a gradient averaging around 5.5%, with maximum ramps near 9-10%, winding steadily upwards through beautiful pine and aspen forests. This iconic New Mexico climb is the hardest and highest.

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1. Sunset View from Sandia Crest – Sandia Crest Overlook loop from Redbox

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Distance 21.5 km

Uphill 1,340 m

Downhill 200 m

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Location: Sandia Park, Bernalillo County, New Mexico, United States

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1. Sunset View from Sandia Crest – Sandia Crest Overlook loop from Redbox

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