Walking

The Rio Metro Regional Transit District encourages the use of alternative modes of transportation for daily commutes.

Walking to Your Destination

Good for your wallet, good for your health, good for communities. Walking to your destination is an health-consious and environmentally-friendly way to commute. Commuters can walk once or twice during the week.

Savings and Benefits

Helps reduce air pollution and traffic congestion
Burns calories
Strengthens back muscles
Slims your waist
Easy on your joints
Strengthens your bones
Lowers blood pressure
Allows time with family and friends
Shapes and tones your legs
Cuts cholesterol
Reduces risk of heart disease, diabetes, & more
Reduces stress
Sleep better
Improves mood and outlook on life
Can be done almost anywhere Requires no equipment
AND it's Free!!

In addition, if you are walking, you may:

Find new routes and convenient shortcuts (see below!)
Accomplish errands without having to repark, or drive at all
Support neighborhood-serving businesses
Get a better feel for your surroundings

Resources

From areas in Santa Fe to Los Lunas, there are several local trails to help you navigate communities.