Tuesday, September 30, 2014

Otero Canyon and Ponderosa Trail

Otero Canyon

This area is why the group Friends of Otero (Foo MTB; now renamed "friends of the outdoors") was formed. I was at the public meeting when the Kirtland AFB described plans to close most of this excellent riding area. Check out Foo Mountain Bike's site.
This is a crown jewel of Albuquerque. Read this ABQ journal piece about the possible re-opening of upper Otero canyon. I hope the military withdrawal area is reopened for the sake of the land and those who want to recreate responsibly on it.
Otero near the military withdrawal area
Otero from the parking area
Juan Tomas Open Space
Starting at Oak Flat to Ponderosa Trail to Easy Picking and back to the car via Oak Flat Connector
Juan Tomas Open Space is an exceptional place to ride

Glimpse of the Sandias

Aptly named Ponderosa trail
I love this ride.

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