First: DON'T FOLLOW The GOOGLE MAP!! It will take you to a wrong place. You have to go "Copper Trailhead" and start from there. It was about 4 miles moderate to difficult hikes if you take the whole loop, but definitely worth it with some great views. Trails are not well marked and you could lost the way. I made couple of attempts before becoming successful. I used maps from "alltrails" app to navigate my way. Bring water, snacks and pair of working gloves would be handy as you may have to do some rock climbing. Wear a hiking boot, long pants and clothes that you don't care if they scratch/tear. Watch your way for loose rocks, sands and snakes. One of my buddy fall really bad and luckily someone had a first aid kits!

Suitable for novice hikers. About 4 hour hike. A friend of mine suggested going here, and I was not disappointed. I got off trail going up but eventually found my way to the Eye of Sandia, making the experience better.

This loop trail was pretty awesome. It was interesting having the serenity off the mountains and still being able to hear the city to a degree while on the don't of the mountain. Once you get towards the back of the eye it becomes more solitary. The was a couple beautifully interesting finds as well. I'll be back again, I'm not sure I got enough photos this time, lol. See you soon!

Good hike just on the SE Albuquerque. Though not many parking spots but you will always get one as walkers/hikers keep moving out after they are done.

The hike to the Eye of the Sandias was fun and challenging. It was about a 4-mile loop with 1500 feet of elevation gain. The Eye was really cool to see. It was definitely worth the effort to get there.

Amazing trail especially for runners. Disagree with this location being moved from the actual location to the Copper Trailhead. The location was correct before and yes if you are going to follow Google Maps and assume it knows how to get to a location on trails it doesn’t know about I would expect it to be wrong. Google Maps is not a trail guide. Use AllTrails. If this was a location marker for the Eye of the Sandia’s Trailhead then this would be the correct location.

Good hike close to town. Great views

Great hike in the sandias. Try to find the eye of the Sandia's. Far above where this photo was taken near U mountain. Close proximity to a view of I-40 below. Happy hunting.

This hike is one of the best in the city! My boys love to plan it at sunset. And come down right when the sun comes down.