Tram to the Top!

We did not have a chance to get to a bike shop yesterday and we learned that the Sandia Peak Tram would be running today, but, not tomorrow, so we decided to go to a bike shop this morning and see Albuquerque from the top of Sandia Peak today. We went to the bike shop and got the location for the start of our ride on the Paseo del Bosque Trail along the Rio Grande River. The bike shop told us this path is the most popular path for pedestrians, cyclists, skaters and skateboarders, so we plan to be on the trail early tomorrow.

We drove to the base of the Sandia Peak, hopped on the tram and rode to the top of Sandia Peak (elevation 10,378 ft.). From the summit it is possible to see 11,000 square miles!

We hiked one of the trails on the summit and were treated to beautiful panoramic views and the aroma of pines and firs. We were excited to watch a hang glider soar overhead. It looked like so much fun!!

After the tram ride we drove into Old Town Albuquerque and strolled around the plaza, visiting shops and galleries. We stopped at San Felipe De Neri, the oldest church in Albuquerque, serving the community without interruption since 1706.

Our busy day ended with dinner at Sadie’s Restaurant. All the salsas and sauces were too spicy for Sue, but Bill really enjoyed the HEAT! Jars of the famous salsas and chile sauces are destined for Phoenix and Tucson for our family members with iron stomachs!