West Bluff Park — Attraction in Albuquerque

A beautiful view. Unfortunately the neighborhood seems to be a little rough. The park is a long rectangle surrounded by fences, and has poor sightlines for safety.

Wife and I went to grab sunset pictures. As soon as got half way to the bluff, four young men got out a car where they'd been waiting, and started to follow us into the park.

This was obviously concerning. We unhurriedly saw the view and turned to leave. We managed to get past the young men with minimal interaction. As we got near the street, a middle aged man with a back pack looking nervous went to meet the young men and they started exchanging cash and small packages.

All in all, until Albuquerque gets a grip on public safety, I won't be back. Certainly not at twilight or night. It's a shame, as the view...

So yes there is a little graffiti and occasionally some undesirables, but this is one of my favorite places to view the city and the river. Catch the sunrise or sunset for some gorgeous sites and sounds. There's always rabbits in the grass too. I love the locks on the fence that everyone has added over time and what they symbolize. It's a cute place to stop by w a date or to rest after a run or just to take some time...

Super Beautiful scenery over looking the Rio Grande River and an Awe Inspiring site to behold of the City. It's very clean, positive atmosphere. Another thing to note is about 50 yards or so due West from overlooking the Rio grande River you will see there is a secondary park with jungle gym equipment so if you have any kiddos it's a great place to take them very clean. Multiple park benches as well as a...