INSPIRATION & IDEAS
Trip ideas and information for your next Ruidoso vacation
We're thrilled to announce that Ruidoso has been named a winner in the 2024 USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice travel award contest for Best Small Town Cultural Scene! This prestigious recognition highlights our town's vibrant cultural heritage. Congratulations, Ruidoso!
Looking for things to do in Ruidoso during the Memorial Day weekend? Read on and start planning your three-day weekend.
Nestled within the majestic Sierra Blanca range, Ruidoso bursts into a riot of colors as spring and summer roll around, turning its trails and meadows into vibrant canvases of wildflowers. Eager to immerse yourself in this floral extravaganza? Let this guide be your ticket to the best wildflower sightseeing adventures in Ruidoso.
Discover fresh, local foods and handmade crafts at the Midtown Market, where artists, bakers, wineries, and more converge on Saturdays from 9 am to 1 pm to provide locally made products at Country Club Park (100 Country Club Drive) in Midtown Ruidoso.
Wondering what to do on Memorial Day in Ruidoso? There are many ways you can enjoy the long weekend. From food and music to horse racing and history, here are four ways to celebrate Memorial Day.
What's the weather like in Ruidoso? Check out the official Village of Ruidoso Tourism Webcams from strategic points overlooking Midtown and Grindstone Lake. View Ruidoso’s daily weather forecast and learn when is the best time to visit.
Ruidoso's thriving art community takes center stage in a recent feature by the Santa Fe New Mexican. Highlighting the town's rich artistic heritage and diverse talents, the article showcases local artists like Michael Fish, Vicki Conley, and more. Ruidoso offers a unique artistic experience for visitors and residents alike, from captivating murals to intricate quilts. Experience the creativity of Ruidoso today! Read the full story here>>
Don't have a travel partner? No problem. Ruidoso is an ideal destination for travelers exploring alone. Enjoy solitary hiking, mountain biking, or paddling in summer. Ski and snowboard in winter. Ruidoso is a laid-back village with a friendly mountain town vibe, making it easy to socialize and find your way around. Visitors will find plenty of year-round solitary activities.
EXPLORE BY EXPERIENCE
No matter what you're into, Ruidoso is into it too.
The best Ruidoso family vacations begin with carefree moments that last a lifetime and inspire you to return again and again.
From coffeehouses and cheeseburgers, steaks and seafood, to pizza and all the barbecue you can eat, Ruidoso offers a taste of everything for everyone.
With so many entertainment attractions and events—from musical performances and cultural festivals to fun for the whole family—there's never a dull moment in Ruidoso.
Ruidoso offers history buffs a region rich in Native American cultures, famous forts and time-honored traditions along with legendary characters and cowboy folklore.
Immerse yourself in our laid-back village vibe and transform yourself into a new person during your vacation. Whether you book a spa treatment, join a yoga class, or just kick back and enjoy the view, Ruidoso is slow travel perfected.
There’s plenty of adventure in the Ruidoso outdoors. Go hiking, biking and horseback riding, zip-lining, alpine skiing, and year-round golf and you have the ultimate outdoor destination.