1. Carlito Springs:
Named for a spring flowing from exposed bedrock that once provided water to a residence and several cabins in the Tijeras wilderness, Carlito Springs continues to feed several ponds and a lush riparian environment that nourishes ornamental gardens and an orchard.
www.bernco.gov/properties--carlito-springs-5843/2. Golden Open Space:
This remote, seldom-visited open space is just 7 miles north of Tijeras and features hiking, biking, equestrian trails, and breathtaking views.
www.cabq.gov/parksandrecreation/open-space/lands
3. Sandia Man Cave:
This archaeological site near Bernalillo, NM is located in the Cibola National forest high up on the steep wall of Las Huertas Canyon on the north side of the Sandia Mountains off Hwy 165.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sandia_Cave
4. John A. Milne and Gutierrez Open Space:
These spaces combined offer 720 rugged, high-desert acres of hiking, biking, equestrian trails with the trailhead and parking conveniently locate near the Cedar Crest Post Office.
www.cabq.gov/parksandrecreation/open-space/lands/east-mountain-open-space
5. Sandia Mountain Hikes:
www.sandiahiking.com/trailguide
6. Kiwanis Cabin Trail:
This easy, 3 mile roundtrip hike from the Sandia Crest parking lot boasts magnificent views and a rock cabin built by the Civilian Conservation Corps circa 1930.
www. recreation.gov