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Just hiked the La Luz. Haven't done it for 30 years and now I remember why.

9 miles and about 4000 feet of elevation gain. Took 5 hours.

"The La Luz Trail (Trail 137) is a popular hiking trail located on the west face of the Sandia Mountains near Albuquerque, New Mexico. The trail begins at the La Luz Trailhead and proceeds approximately eight miles to either Sandia Crest or the Sandia Peak Tramway. The hike is strenuous, with 3,775 ft (1,151 m) of elevation gain and a grade of 12%. The trail allows hikers to view the flora and fauna of four climatic zones and the granite cliffs and spires native to the west face of the Sandia Mountains. "


Must immediately start replenishing electrolytes with Makers Mark.