Sandia Pueblo Seeks Land Stewardship Control | Albuquerque News

The Sandia Pueblo is demanding federal control of a sprawling 10,000-acre stretch of the Sandia Mountains, citing years of neglect, vandalism, and crime under current Forest Service management. With popular trails like La Luz and Piedra Lisa suffering from poor upkeep and insufficient funding, Pueblo leaders argue they can better steward the land — preserving it while ensuring public access. Backed by local officials and ready to introduce legislation in Congress, the Pueblo seeks not just control, but accountability — aiming to protect ancestral lands for future generations without disrupting recreation. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/8b287318e4f2afa2