The Quintessential AM Work Out Hike With a Twist: Eye of Sandias

Time: 8:00am (please be prompt because we will leave by8:05am)

Who Should Attend: Active hikers who are physically capable of hiking about 6.5 miles at a fast, athletic pace. This is a Loop workout hike.

Hike Description: A workout hike means that breaks will be minimal and the pace will be brisk. This is a little bit of an exploratory hike because there are so many different foothill trails that we may take a wrong one, but then end up on the right one. If that makes you nervous, then this hike isn't for you. The hike will be around 6.5 miles or so.

Starting Elevation: 6,180ft Ending Elevation: 7,200ft. +++ (many ups & downs)

We will start at the Embudo trailhead head taking us to trail 365, across the foothills, to the Eye of the Sandia. Once we reach the Eye, then we will scramble a boulder and then head to the "tree in the saddle" aka Mano trail.

Here's the TWIST: From that point we will head slightly east and then north on an unmarked trail that eventually intersects the Embudo Horse By-Pass trail. Once we reach the Horse By-Pass trail we will head west and head to the dam. This will be a fun workout hike! Please know your physical and pace capabilities.

Pace Check Capability: If you can hike up Piedra Lisa (south trail) from the parking lot to the saddle in 50 minutes or less, you will be able to keep up with the pace of the group.

Unplugged Hike:You are more than welcome to bring your cell phone on the hike, but it just needs to be on silent.

Parking Fee: None.

Required Items:

Water
A light snack, if needed
Appropriate Gear for the Weather Conditions.
Plastic bag so we can do a little cleanup around the dam

Dogs: Not allowed this time.

Weather Notice: If inclement weather looks imminent, please check this site 45 minutes prior to start time.