Ruidoso is known for its stunning landscapes, forested paths, and mountain charm, but the adventure doesn’t stop at the village limits. Explore the Southeast Regional Trail Network with dozens of scenic hiking, biking, and walking routes across southeast New Mexico. View the interactive map and download the official guide at snmedd.com/trails.
Read MoreDiscover Lincoln County, New Mexico – a region steeped in rich history and vibrant heritage. Embark on a captivating three-day trip itinerary based in Ruidoso, where the spirit of the American West comes alive.
Read MoreWas it a flying saucer? Was it a weather balloon? What happened? Discover for yourself at the International UFO Museum and Research Center in Roswell, an easy day trip from Ruidoso.
Read MoreOne of the best day trips out of Albuquerque takes you to Ruidoso, a perfect weekend escape or New Mexico staycation. Discover how to get here and some ideas of what to see and do along the way.
Read MoreSome 377 species of birds have been observed on the refuge since 1940. The wetlands attract huge flocks of wintering cranes and geese, the refuge's most exciting features. Many other species—notably waterfowl, shorebirds, and birds of prey—also winter in the refuge. Striking vagrants, such as groove-billed and have been found there.
Read MoreDiscover "Autumn Sounds," a playlist curated by the tourism team at Discover Ruidoso. Explore a selection of songs for the cool autumn months ahead when the days get shorter, the summer visitors return home, and a collective calm settles over Ruidoso—a playlist intended for fall listening.
Read MoreA mix of the charming, modern, and tried and true, Carrizozo is at a crossroads both literally and developmentally. In recent years this relatively quiet rural community has also started making some noise in the art world. Check out popular sights like Honey Girl’s Cafe, Malkerson Gallery 408, and the Tularosa Basin Gallery of Photography, as you discover the local area in Carrizozo.
Read MoreVisitors to this endless waterless sea can enjoy driving, hiking, visiting a museum and sledding down the huge dunes.
Read MoreLocated in White Oaks, once a booming gold mining town, the No Scum Allowed Saloon is one of the best cowboy bars in America. The saloon atmosphere is good old-fashioned country: open and friendly, with good music and cold beer at the ready.
Read MoreThe New Mexico Museum of Space History in Alamogordo, New Mexico celebrates the significant role the state of New Mexico has played in the development of the U.S. Space Program.
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