Good spot to view the fireworks (Rio Rancho: apartment, parking, best place)

[cap]

without actually going to the fireworks - any ideas?

My apartment is northwest of the balloon fiesta grounds and faces north, so I doubt I will see them from there.

Do many people go up to the peak to watch from there?

[Zoidberg]

Lots of people go up to the peak. If you're near Balloon Fiesta park then perhaps tailgating or picnicking in a parking lot nearby.

I get the distinct impression the best place to view fireworks this year will be under an umbrella.

[Poncho_NM]

Some ideas here: https://www.city-data.com/forum/albuq...fireworks.html

We sometimes go to the West Side of Rio Rancho