Map of Sandoval County Map, New Mexico

Map of Sandoval County - Sandoval County is a county located in the U.S. state of New Mexico. Sandoval County Map showing cities, highways, important places and water bodies. Get Where is Sandoval County located in the map, major cities in Sandoval county, population, areas, and places of interest.

Map of Sandoval County, New Mexico

About Sandoval County Map, New Mexico: The map showing the county boundary, county seat, major cities, highways, water bodies and neighbouring counties.

Other New Mexico Maps & Info

New Mexico Map	New Mexico County Map	Map of New Mexico With Cities
New Mexico Zipcodes	Airports in New Mexico	Where is New Mexico
New Mexico Area Codes	New Mexico Blank Map	New Mexico River Map
New Mexico Physical Map	New Mexico Road Map	Where is Albuquerque

About Sandoval County, New Mexico

Sandoval County is a county located in the U.S. state of New Mexico. It's county seat is Bernalillo. As per 2020 census, the population of Sandoval County is 151369 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 3,710 sq mi (9,609 km2). Sandoval County was established on 1903.

Sandoval County Facts

About Sandoval County, New Mexico

Sandoval County is located in north-central New Mexico and was established in 1903. The county seat is Bernalillo, while Rio Rancho is the largest city and one of the fastest-growing communities in the state. The county is known for volcanic landscapes, mountain recreation, Native American pueblos, and its mix of urban development and scenic wilderness areas.

Cities and Towns in Sandoval County, New Mexico

Golf Courses in Sandoval County, New Mexico

Roads and Highways in Sandoval County, New Mexico

Major highways connect the county to Albuquerque, mountain recreation areas, and northwestern New Mexico.

• Interstate 25 - major north-south interstate connecting Bernalillo with Albuquerque and Santa Fe
• U.S. Highway 550 - route linking Bernalillo with Cuba and northwestern New Mexico
• State Road 528 - major commuter corridor through Rio Rancho
• State Road 4 - scenic highway leading to Jemez Springs and Valles Caldera

Neighboring Counties of Sandoval County

• Rio Arriba County (north)
• Los Alamos County (northeast)
• Santa Fe County (east)
• Bernalillo County (south)
• Cibola County (west)
• McKinley County (west)
• San Juan County (northwest)

Top Attractions in Sandoval County, New Mexico

The county offers a mix of natural, cultural, and recreational attractions.

• Valles Caldera National Preserve - volcanic caldera featuring scenic meadows, wildlife, and hiking
• Jemez Springs - mountain village known for hot springs and forest scenery
• Santa Ana Pueblo - Native American pueblo with cultural attractions and resort facilities
• Petroglyph National Monument nearby - volcanic escarpment with ancient rock carvings
• Coronado Historic Site - archaeological site connected to early Spanish exploration
• Jemez Mountain Trail Scenic Byway - scenic route through forests, canyons, and volcanic areas
• Bandelier National Monument nearby - cliff dwellings and archaeological trails
• Rio Rancho Event Center - entertainment and sports venue
• Kasha-Katuwe Tent Rocks National Monument nearby - unique cone-shaped rock formations
• Santa Ana Star Casino Hotel - entertainment and gaming destination
• Fenton Lake State Park - fishing, camping, and mountain recreation area
• Placitas hiking trails - desert foothill recreation and scenic mountain views

Distance from Sandoval County to Nearby Cities

The following distances are measured by road (driving).

• Rio Rancho to Albuquerque (Bernalillo County), New Mexico - 18 mi (29 km)
• Bernalillo to Santa Fe (Santa Fe County), New Mexico - 52 mi (84 km)
• Rio Rancho to Los Alamos (Los Alamos County), New Mexico - 60 mi (97 km)
• Bernalillo to Española (Rio Arriba County), New Mexico - 58 mi (93 km)
• Rio Rancho to Gallup (McKinley County), New Mexico - 121 mi (195 km)
• Bernalillo to Farmington (San Juan County), New Mexico - 160 mi (257 km)
• Rio Rancho to Taos (Taos County), New Mexico - 135 mi (217 km)
• Bernalillo to Roswell (Chaves County), New Mexico - 215 mi (346 km)
• Rio Rancho to El Paso (El Paso County), Texas - 287 mi (462 km)
• Bernalillo to Phoenix (Maricopa County), Arizona - 414 mi (666 km)
• Rio Rancho to Denver (Denver County), Colorado - 451 mi (726 km)
• Bernalillo to Tucson (Pima County), Arizona - 490 mi (788 km)

FAQs about Sandoval County

References

1. QuickFacts - U.S. Census Bureau
2. United States Census Bureau
3. United States Geological Survey (USGS)
4. National Geodetic Survey
5. Official County Website