They say the best things in life are free. Save money on your next trip by taking advantage of these 5 free things to do in Ruidoso.
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“Get ready for your new favorite lunch spot in the small town of Ruidoso.” —OnlyInYourState.com
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“Ski towns are typically associated with dollar signs, but if you’re craving a mountain getaway, it doesn’t have to break the bank. Let us tell you about a magical place where empty trails, wildflowers as far as the eye can see, porches ripe for wildlife watching, streets upon streets of art galleries and shops, and a cozy downtown await.” — iExplore.com
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When we think of Ski Apache, we think about amazing trails, stunning views, and an incredible skiing experience. With 55 trails, 11 lifts, a snow-making operation, and more than 750 skiable acres, Ski Apache makes skiing in New Mexico even sweeter. Here are a few of our favorite things about Ski Apache. - SKI NEW MEXICO
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TripAdvisor reviews answer the question: Where do locals in Ruidoso go to eat? Discover the Top 10 Ruidoso restaurants according to TripAdvisor reviews.
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Whether you’re looking to ring in the New Year with a romantic evening, a night out with friends, or a celebration the whole family can enjoy, Ruidoso has you covered with options for every budget. Celebrate the arrival of 2021 in Ruidoso with these New Year's Eve events.
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Inspired by the heritage of the Mescalero tribe, the new The Spa at the Inn offers a wide array of signature facials, relaxing body treatments, manicures and pedicures, waxing treatments and high-end salon services.
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There are few better ways to connect with the beauty of the National Forest than on horseback. Discover the places and trails where you can ride your horse in Lincoln National Forest.
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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.
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“If Taos and Santa Fe had a lovechild, it would be Ruidoso. New Mexico’s second largest ski region, Ruidoso exudes a distinct Southwest chic while staying true to its cowboy culture roots. A “cabin in the woods” type of getaway, it’s the place to fall off the grid and never want to return to reality.” — Parenthood & Passports
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Less than a 3-hour drive from El Paso, tucked in the mountains of New Mexico, is the Village of Ruidoso. It's known by many in the region as a place to escape the desert heat and landscape, offering the ability to ski and set up a tent in campgrounds filled with pine trees. — El Paso Times
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“Ruidoso is best known for Ski Apache and the Ruidoso Downs Racetrack and Casino, and visitors are well-served by both. But my family visited the village and its surrounding countryside during a stretch of less-busy summer weekdays, indulging our interests in history, Southwestern cuisine, fine art, live music, shopping and of course beautiful mountain scenery.” - THE OKLAHOMAN
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With more than 4000 cabins, hotel rooms, condos, and vacation home rentals available, Ruidoso accommodations are perfect for romantic getaways for two or large gatherings of family and friends.
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Take in the beautiful scenery during an unforgettable horseback ride. Riding stables at the Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort are open summer and fall, weather permitting. Reservations required.
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Ride 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.
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Visit 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.
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"Ruidoso, about halfway between Roswell and Las Cruces in south-central New Mexico, isn’t really on the way to anywhere. Off the interstates and well south of tourist Meccas Santa Fe, Taos and Albuquerque, it is the somewhere – a small community with some big attractions worthy of being called a destination." — 405 Magazine
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Your first time on the slopes can be a daunting experience. It can also be a blast! These tips from the pros at Ski Apache will help you to stay safe while you're having fun, and ensure that you get the most from your ski vacation.
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Ruidoso has evolved over the years from a tourist town that surged to life in the summer with the horseracing season and again in the winter as Texans hit the slopes of Ski Apache to a year-round playground that beckons tourists from across the U.S. — NMML.org
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"A look at some of our favorite trails in what we consider one of the prettiest places in the country." — iExplore.com
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