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La Luz - Tramway Connector

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  2. NM
  3. …Central New Mexico
  4. Albuquerque
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Length

2.6 Miles 4.1 Kilometers

80%

Runnable

Elevation

1,014' 309 m

Ascent

-164' -50 m

Descent

9%

Avg Grade (5°)

22%

Max Grade (12°)

7,376' 2,248 m

High

6,468' 1,971 m

Low

Conditions

All Clear 38 days ago
Dry, Fallen Trees - As of Wed 9 May 2018, the trail is clear of snow. History
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“Connector to La Luz Trail for those who want to park at the Tram. ”

— Jason Fincher
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Overview

There is a $3 parking fee.
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Description [Suggest Changes]

Trailhead: Exit the I40 at Tramway and head North for 8.4 miles. Turn right onto Tramway Rd and follow for about a mile into the parking area.

This trail is used by those who want to run up La Luz Trail and then ride the Tram back to their car. This is a typical Sandia foothills run, though there is a significant elevation gain to reach La Luz Trail. There are numerous unnamed secondary trails in the area and it is easy to get sidetracked.

Contacts

Land Manager: City of Albuquerque Open Space

Jun 12, 2018: Gallery exhibit: Resonations in Clay--Life in the Bosque

Jun 12, 2018: Opening Reception: Resonations in Clay--Life in the Bosque

Jun 12, 2018: Visitor Center Gift Shop Sale

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  4.3 from 3 votes

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