Tramway

Sandia Peak Ski & Tramway in the Beautiful Cibola National Forest

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.

SUMMER
Visitors and riders alike enjoy scenic summer chairlift rides up the peak. Our 24 miles of mountain trails offer scenic adventures for hikers and bikers. The summer chairlift is open weekends and holidays. Memorial Day through Labor Day.

Scenic Chairlift Rides
Outdoor Grill
Mountain Bike Rentals

WINTER
Drive the high road or let the tram take you where four chairlifts, two surface lifts and 25 miles of slopes and trails open up new paths for the beginner and offer hours of cruising terrain for intermediate or advanced skiers.

Certified Ski School
Complete Rental Shop
Skier's Cafe

TRAM RATES
Adult...........................................................$17.50
Seniors 62+................................................$15.00
Teens 13-20...............................................$15.00
Adult/Senior with Dinner Reservation.........$12.00
Children 5-12 Years...................................$10.00
Children Under 5 w/Adult............................FREE

TRAM HOURS
Summer: Memorial Day to Labor Day 9 am - 9 pm
Fall/Winter: Labor Day to Memorial Day 9 am - 8 pm
Except Tuesday: 5 pm - 8 pm
Balloon Fiesta Annually - the 1st Saturday through the 2nd Sunday in October 9 am - 9 pm

INFORMATION
Tram Information (505)856-7325
High Finance Restaurant (505)243-9742
Sandiago's Mexican Grill at the Tram (505)856-6692
Sandiago's Deli (505)856-6692
Group Rates - 20 or more (505)856-6419
Dinner Groups - 20 or more (505)856-7899
Gift Shop (505)856-6544
Sandia Peak Ski Area (505)242-9052

SANDIA PEAK TRAM COMPANY
#10 Tramway Loop NE, Albuquerque, NM 87122-2017

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