El Cerro de Los Lunas Preserve — Attraction in Los Lunas

When I moved here 5 years ago, I expected a hike up "the hill" would be one of the first things we'd do. Better later than never, I guess. Firstly, I suggest going to the Los Lunas village website and print off the grid map to take with you in case you need any assistance. We took the overlook trail from the east side, heading south first and winding clockwise. The first half (?) requires slogging through sand and is the toughest part, by far. Once you get up on the windblown south side, it's easier. If you're worried about rattlers, the trail is pretty clear, you won't be stepping over big rocks or logs or anything that'd conceal 'em, just use usual snake territory precautions and look ahead. We're in decent shape for 60ish, took us about 2.5 hours...

North, south,east and west! If you hike or bike the overlook is challenging and interesting. But be observe of open space hours.

You should estimate this as a challenging hike. And consider that its an area a to work up a good level of heart rate and if go long enough about 10 miles is possible during exploring.

For some just to go up and back down to the parking lot for a couple of miles hike is awesome. Have fun close to Los Lunas and Belen.

Some walk their mules and walk them up and then ride.

Some bike and some fly kites!

It is...

You see this as you drive by it on the 25. It appears deceivingly small. It definitely is underappreciated. It is worth the detour. We spent 3 hours navigating around it and up to the top. The view is phenomenal. It really is a unique experience and recommend you add this to your bucket list to experience with friends and family. It isn't too challenging so if you're not really good at hiking or climbing this is a decent location to take something feasible on. I will be...