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Be mindful of roots. There are lots of them. Beautiful trail, right next to the Rio Grande.

The Ed Hillsman Trail brings runners along the banks of the Rio Grande River and through desert forests. The Ed Hillsman Trail is about 2 miles long in one direction and is a great place to find a cooler run on a hot day. The area is cooled down a bit by shade and proximity to the Rio Grande River.

Alameda Bridge West is separate from the roadway, giving runners a safe crossing over the Rio Grande away from traffic. It connects the Ed Hillsman Trail to the Rio Grande Bosque.

Rio Rancho Bosque Preserve has dirt trails, scattered benches along the way for rests, and a few wildlife habitat viewing locations. There are great views from across the Rio Grande here of the Sandia Mountain Range.

The Rio Rancho Bosque North Loop Trail is an unpaved trail that follows the Rio Grande River through Willow Creek Open Space. There are nature viewing areas along the way.

The Piedra Lisa South Route is at the southern end of the two segments. It is split into two segments at the Rincon Trail Junction. From this southern section, you can get great views over residential neighborhoods and the local Sandia Mountains.

The North Sandia Crest Trail is best hiked from April to November because it can get snowy in the winter due to its elevation. In the fall, it is rich with golden colors. The North Sandia Crest Trail can feel more remote than its southern part, as there are fewer people on this part of the trail.

The White Mesa Trail was created for mountain bikers, but hikers and runners are also welcome to enjoy these trails. It is advised for hikers to stay alert for approaching bikers. The rocks here are colorful and great for photos. The east area of the valley is made of red-brown Triassic period rocks, and the rimrock above is made of gray-white Jurassic period gypsum stones. The western section of this valley has tilted layers of sandstone and mudstone.