Academy Hills Park — Attraction in Albuquerque

Academy Hills Park is a tranquil little oasis in Albuquerque's Northeast area very few people know about. I only became aware of this place as it becomes somewhat visible through the thick forested trees while driving past the Juan Tabo and Eubank intersection. Access to the park can be a little difficult to find, but it's not impossible. Simply catch Layton off Eubank, then turn left on to Concordia, and follow-up by turning left again into Admiral Emerson Ave. Once you've done that, you'll immediately find yourself driving alongside the park, where parking is usually plentiful. People who frequent this park most regularly seem to be residents of the nearby area; it's particularly popular with joggers, families, and dog-walkers. It's easy to understand why too, as the Academy Hills Park possesses a number of alluring qualities. Lush and far-stretching green fields of grass paved walking trails, and large shade-providing trees all bestow the park with its own unique sense of splendor. In addition, the mighty Sandias stand tall and proud at the east-facing end of the park, which just makes the place seem all the more picturesque. Albuquerque doesn't have too many wide-open areas deep within its limits that are both relaxing and largely free from the chaos of the city. Academy Hills Park is one such rare place; it's a hidden gem and one to definitely be taken advantage of (should you know where...

This is a great park in a safe neighborhood. You’ll often see people walking, playing sports, picnicking or doing other various outdoor activities. It’s really fun to walk around the loop in the park and is a great place to relax your mind after a busy day. Extremely family friendly and lots of young kids playing with their friends, sibling, parents or relatives. I often find roadrunners roaming around looking for bugs, which is always a...

This park is perfect for family outings, walking/running and taking your dog out for a walk. We love to come here for family picnics. Their is plenty of space and you can usually find a spot in the shade under one of the trees. There are picnic tables and benches through out the park and of course a playground. I like how it has a paved trail that goes all the way around the park. You can also see the Sandia Mountains!...