Sandia Peak Tramway

The Sandia Mountains have long been a landmark and backdrop for the people of the Albuquerque region. Visitors have the unique opportunity to view at close range what previously only the most experience hunters and rock climbers have know, the rugged and inaccessible rock escarpment of the west fact of the Sandia's.

Though it's a short trip from the heart of Albuquerque to the heights of the world's longest aerial tramway, the distance can also be measured in the drama of an 11,000 square mile panoramic view. From the base to the top of 10,378 foot Sandia Peak, time and terrain seem to move in harmony as passengers lift from the desert floor, above canjons and lush forests, to the mountain top - 2.7 miles of sky-view travel and discover of New Mexico's varied landscape and life zones.

A trip to Sandia Peak is a fun way to learn about wildlife, ecology and the natural environment. It offers many different types of flora and fauna to observe and learn from including muledeer, black bear, raccoons, bobcats and various specie of squirrels. Birds are also an important part of the Sandia Peak wildlife. Some of the more common birds to be spotted are golden eagles, hawks, jays, ravens and canyon wrens.

The Four Seasons Visitor Center, located atop Sandia Peak, can be accessed via the Tram. The center is open May through November and staffed with Forest Service Rangers and volunteer interpreters.

Other Nearby Resources:

High Finance Restaurant (505)243-9742
Sandiago's Mexican Grill at the Tram (505)856-6692
Sandiago's Deli (505)856-6692
Gift Shop (505)856-6544
Sandia Peak Ski Area (505)242-9052