This was a great place to go hiking. The trails are nice and clear. There are always lots of people…read morehiking. The foliage is beautiful and love the quiet.

We really just stopped to see the chainsaw Art. We probably would have done a walk if the winds…read moreweren't crazy on the day we went. The chainsaw art was a quick stop off and it's located right in the parking lot. If it's windy, I'd avoid coming here, lots of dust blowing around and very little protection from it. The art is pretty cool and fun to see. If you are nearby, it's kinda a fun and quick stop.

Corrales does have a culture of it's own and one has to be part of the priveledged, and actual…read moreyears of seniority gets points deducted, especially if you are robbed and are witness to who the thieves are. The $5700 taxes I pay fon my property does not cover police protection and actually the chracter assasignation they do is very damaging. If you are a senior they might get the court to require you get a mental health evaluation and get admitted to a psych unit and drugged to fully discredit you when they tell the judge that you imagined your coins were stole and the police officer who took the report in front of the empty safe is fired and does not sign the report. Or they might file a phoney case in court and not serve you and get a arrest warrnt when you do not show up for arraignment. Then wait two years to arrest you as if you had been tried and found guilty and not shown up for your arrest. They did that to me and refused to let me pay $100 bail that I had with me and kept me in MVD for four days when I was 78 years old. It is a power trip. But when the Police Chief has never been to an academy and does not get annual inservcie I guess he is oblivious to the laws that pertiain to Constituional Rights. It is a darn power trip when they protect the thieves who rob you and tell your neighbors they have a thick file on you. It is so much worse than this. There were some vibs I felt when looking for my property 28 years ago that something was off. When I had over $40K gold and silver coins stolen from my safe and saw thieves leave over our shared fence and the investigation closed the next day you gotta know something in wrong. The same people refuse to write a report when you car engine under 49K miles, a Saab 9-5 is replaced with a much older one and the paibt is blisterd on hood, roof and trunk and burglar wires pulled out from the dash. So much more that I will testify in a court of law, if you can find one in New Mexico. They play a mean games that organized crime are experienced at. I have been told about others suffering similiar treatment, so if you wanna talk you can find my number on the internet.

Corrales has a culture all its own! There is a friendly vibe that is almost palpable. The mom and…read morepop stores are full of quality unique items for great prices that you can't find anywhere else. It's hard to think of it as a Mecca for shopping but I love finding one-of-a-kind goodies and this is the right area to do it in! The restaurants also are a must! Chains are nowhere to be found! You'll find locally owned, quality fare with fresh ingredients made with the heart and the soul. There are several farms in Corrales that sell apples, chile, and other fruit and veggies. Anything you want fresh can be found fresh and you better believe a lot of the restaurants utilize those fresh ingredients as well! If you love local events and culture, there is always something going on in town, whether it is a parade or a farmers' market. There is also an old church that is now a museum. Also be sure to visit all the award winning wineries!

I recently attended an event here. Everyday I wake up and discover there are wonderful places and…read moreexperiences in my little neck of the woods that I had no idea existed. The Old San Isidro Church in Corrales, NM is one of those unique 'hidden' places. It really isn't hidden if you open your eyes and pay attention. The Old San Ysidro Church is a beautiful window into the history of rural New Mexico. Come visit. Attend one of the free (yes, FREE!) Speaker Series during 2025 at the Old Church managed by the Corrales Historical Society. Soak in the history just by being in this wonderful old church building.

Located right across the street from Casa San Ysidro, the Old San Ysidro Church in Corrales is an…read more1868 building recognized on both the New Mexico Register of Cultural Properties and the National Register of Historic Places. It is open for "tours" - docents are available to point out features and answer questions (even when there are no current displays). And it is rentable for private events (suitable for a church setting). It is an absolutely beautiful setting for a wedding and can seat 150. Throughout the year there are art shows and monthly speakers - all free to attend. There is also a small "gift shop": the docents run a table with books, cards, and items baring San Ysidro and the scene of his miracle - an angel ploughing his farm land for him.

Get your kicks on Route 66! This drive takes you through…read moresome interesting scenery, by cool looking buildings, wonderful landscapes, and great sights. Route 66 was the first transcontinental roadway that took you through Albuquerque on the way from Chicago to California. Be sure to take in the old motor court motels. They look like they're straight from the Reservation sometimes, but covered in bright paint and neon. The old retro signs are a trip along here! All the cool stuff in town is along this roadway somewhere. You get to see an interesting cross section of New Mexico life- from the infamous bum-filled intersections at San Mateo to Nob Hill, a cool retro arts district. It'll take you by UNM, through downtown and over the Rio Grande! It's like a trip through time. It goes on for 2000 miles, but the retro section is best seen along Central in ABQ. Listening to the song about Route 66 is required listening. "If you ever plan to motor west Travel my way, take the highway that is best Get your kicks on Route sixty six"

When I first joined yelp, I was addicted to earning the yelp badges, so yelp really brought out the…read moreGirl Scout in me by showing me all of the badges I was earning, and I was trying to earn as many as I can. Speaking of Girl Scouts (GS) -- there is a Girl Scouts of New Mexico Trails council patch that GS can earn by completing their "Route 66" requirements. This is how my GS and I became more familiar with the Historic Route 66 [ http://www.historic66.com ]. We enjoyed earning the GS Route 66 patch, and if you know a GS, I encourage you to complete this patch with that GS and her Troop. This may take you to places like the Pre-1937 Historic Route 66 because one of the options is to learn about the El Camino Real [ http://www.newmexico.org/el-camino-trail/ ]. The El Camino Real sometimes overlaps the Pre-1937 Historic Route 66. While you are on the Pre-1937 Historic Route 66 [ http://www.nps.gov/history/rt66/HistSig/New%20Mexico.htm ], you get to pass by other historic landmarks and buildings. One of those is the Old Armjio School [ http://www.hmdb.org/marker.asp?marker=45221 ] that I see regularly, but I have never actually visited this school (yet). If you don't feel like visiting historic markers, the Pre-1937 Historic Route has different businesses along its way. I have been to some of those businesses, but I would like to visit more when I get the chance -- especially the Mom-&-Pop joints. The drive itself is a fun way to pass time, so you actually do not have to stop anywhere along the way if you do not want to. When you preoccupy yourself with driving on these sort of routes, you really should be a Sunday driver and take in as much of the surroundings as possible.

This is located inside the park but can be accessed through the streets surrounding it…read more I spent a couple of hours here sitting on top of the structures watching the balloon glow from there. There are cactus at the edge of both structures so if you jump up to get to the top be careful not to fall down the 4-foot wall down to the prickliest haha. The two structures are pokestops so if you need items drop a lure and you are set to go! There is no lighting in this part of the park so be cautious, there is a trail that goes through it but it is a dirt road, not bathrooms nearby either. I did encounter some photographers who were there to take photos of the balloons down below and had a nice talk with them about their time here in ABQ.

I've passed through this place years ago and was quite the sight and wanted to see all of what was…read morethere but the people I rode with didnt feel like stopping to visit. I'm hoping to come back here someday.

Sheesh, you should'a seen the place before the remodel. What an upgrade!…read more I lived nearly a stone's throw from this Community Center for a good decade, so I have a take on the neighborhood that influences my rating. First, the obvious accolades: This enormous, modern-ish facility offers plenty of the communal goods it was rebuilt to offer. Senior citizens own mornings and early afternoons, and men of all ages crowd the basketball courts later in the day -- when we're not in the midst of a pandemic, that is. There's a game room, lots of meeting rooms, and a good exercise room... which is where they can do better. When our oldest was 16 years of age, she attempted to use the exercise equipment and was told the policy was 18+. The Duranes neighborhood, nearly every block, is classic old Albuquerque planning: very agrarian, incredibly narrow streets, and no sidewalks. Running and even walking anywhere is dangerous. This Community Center offers an exception to that rule, and it should expand its age restrictions.

The Los Duranes Community Center is tucked away directly between the river and the IPCC. It is…read moredescribed as a hidden gem, and that is accurate! Typical of our Community Centers, Los Duranes is open Mon-Sat and offers after-school programs, senior meals, a variety of fitness classes, and an open gym for 18+. My company recently used the community center for an all-day event, and the kids working the desk were attentive and helpful to both our organization and the public. I recommend locals check out what their community center has to offer!

#60 for 2019 Rio…read moreGrande River As I begin to write this review I start to wonder how many New Mexican songs are out there that mention The Rio Grande River. I'm thinking this mostly because every time I'm walking at the river I have music blasting in my ears whether its country, rap, rock or Christian tunes. Today I think I'll do a google search for songs about this Grande River so that next time I'm walking I can jam to tunes from back in the day when peeps adored this mighty body of water. I love walking along the bosque at the river especially now that the weather is getting nice and warm and the flowers are blooming. There are trails throughout the different areas and are on both the east and west side of the river that take you right up to the water, so be careful because at times (not a lot but there are times) when the river is running pretty darn fast! Here is a bit of Rio Grande River trivia for all you folks visiting the beautiful Land of Enchantment: Did you know that the Rio Grande River runs all the way from Colorado to Texas? It flows out to the Gulf of Mexico! Now that's some fun info! Did you know that Brian Wilson sings a song called: Rio Grande here are a few lyrics: Oh the great big river Rolls on and on Oh the great big river Makes my heart beat strong Yeah the great big river Rolls on and on And the great big river Makes my heart beat strong Rollin' rollin' rollin' on Personally I prefer New Mexican songs about the RG River over this song, sooooo I'm off to do some research with my handy dandy friend named: Google!

Always ready for wherever the River leads us! I mean other states may enjoy their lush rivers, but…read morethere's nothing like a desert river to water the day. I remember floating down on swimming pool mattresses when I was just a kid, to fishing and petting the slippery algae in its waters. It has been a friend and solace and anew Mexico is grateful!

The Occidental Life Building is a beautifully sculptured work of art in downtown Albuquerque…read more Each morning I park my car, walk to work and on the way I see this amazing piece of architecture. I wonder about it quite frequently as its design is so different from anything you'll see in this area. It was built in 1917 and is on the National Register of Historic Places as well as the NM State Register of Cultural Places. I'm writing this review today because its Halloween and this building has such a Gothic feel to it. I can imagine this building being used as a haunted house on this chilly night. Spooks jumping out from every corner. Cobwebs hanging from the lighting fixtures. Adventures poking out from every bend of the hallways. In some rooms the floor boards are twisted and warped and make a creaking sound with each step sending chills down your spine. Whats missing though is the gargoyles that would be on the 2nd floor corners overlooking the crowd as they shuffle in this eerie ghostly edifice. Back to Reality: Currently it houses an array of businesses including Legal Aid and Animal Protection of NM. If you have a moment drive by or walk around take pictures enjoy thinking about what life must've been like in 1917 when this building first opened its doors. I can imagine all the Ooh's and Aah's from the crowd as they've never seen anything quite like it.