Ruidoso’s largest recreation complex has over 6-acres of turf, dog park, playground, basketball court, tennis courts, restrooms, and a sand volleyball court available for year-round use. The White Mountain Recreation Complex is located off of Hull Road behind the White Mountain Elementary Schools on White Mountain Drive and adjacent to the Links walking trail and Links at Sierra Blanca Golf Course. It’s also a popular place to spot elk in the morning and evenings.
Read MoreRide along historic trails on a Fort Stanton guided History on Horseback tour. Interpretive rides take place on the second Saturday of the summer months (except July) beginning in May.
Read MoreVisit historic Lincoln, once home to outlaw Billy the Kid and lawman Pat Garrett. on this scenic drive through the rugged beauty of the million-acre Lincoln National Forest.
Read MoreSharpen your skiing skills with a guided lesson in a group of 5 or less at Ski Apache. Lessons are offered daily and are open to skiers and riders of all skill sets. Advanced booking required.
Read MoreScoot Over Ruidoso offers motor scooter and moped rentals in Midtown Ruidoso. Experience the fun of exploring in the open air and rent a motorbike today. New Mexico doesn’t even require a motorcycle license.
Read MoreTake in the breathtaking views of Inn of the Mountain Gods as you glide over the crystal waters of Lake Mescalero. Offering parallel cables so riders can enjoy the view side-by-side.
Read MoreA guide to the best annual art events in Ruidoso.
Read MoreThere’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.
Read MoreWhite Oaks is a Lincoln County ghost town just north of Carrizozo that became a boomtown in 1879 following the discovery of gold and coal in the nearby Jicarilla Mountains. Today, there's a small historic museum, a legendary saloon, and the White Oaks Pottery art studio.
Read MoreRuidoso and Lincoln County have long celebrated art and artisans past and present, so keep your eyes peeled for the many other artistic discoveries tucked away in unexpected places. Here’s a short sampling of Lincoln County art exhibits to help get you started.
Read MoreDine in one of eight casual restaurants and bars. Enjoy the best gaming in the Southwest including; Blackjack, Craps, Poker, Roulette, as well as a comedy club and live entertainment. Elevate your game on the Inn's championship golf course.
Read MoreRuidoso New Mexico lays claim to the "Bear Carving Capital of the World." Tour the Village and you'll see chainsaw bear sculptures in all sizes decorating shopfronts and houses. Take one home to sit on your porch.
Read More"Ever want to be an explorer? Perhaps a treasure hunter, but the idea of lugging a metal detector around seems like too much work? Geocaching, a treasure hunting game where you use a GPS to hide and seek containers with other participants in the activity, may be for you." - Ruidoso News
Read More"Before White Oaks became known as the liveliest town in New Mexico Territory the area was first roamed by the Piros Indians before they were forced out by the fierce Apache. Though the region is arid and dotted with lava rock, the Indians found it abundant with game and made it one of their hunting grounds." - Legends of America
Read MoreRuidoso, NM a majestic gem of a mountain getaway. Frequently on the list of stopovers from California to Texas and much shorter road trips. Come here for leisure and pleasure, or as a base camp to Southern New Mexico’s national parks and sights. There’s a reason Neil Patrick Harris calls this mountain mecca home! - BuzzFeed.com
Read MoreTouring our #5 town of the year, from Dowlin’s Mill to White Oaks - True West magazine
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