Walk the paved trails to visit caves carved into the cliff walls, or take a hike through the backcountry, camp, and ex;ore at leisure the lands and dwellings once occupied by mysterious ancestors of present day Pueblo Indians. … [Read more...]
Aztec Ruins National Monument- Aztec, New Mexico
Aztec Ruins National Monument preserves structures and artifacts of Ancestral Pueblo people from the 1100s through 1200s. The monument was established in 1923, and designated a World Heritage Site in 1937. … [Read more...]
New Mexico Ancient Ruins
The remains of the ancient civilizations that preceded the European settlers by many centuries offer a glimpse of the lives from centuries past. Aztec Ruins National Monument- The ruins of a 400 room multi story pueblo built in the 12th century … [Read more...]
New Mexico Natural Wonders
New Mexico is filled with natural wonders. Explore undeveloped caves, walk through lava flows and see the most incredible rock formations. Bisti Badlands- strange and fragile sandstone formations which make it seem like you are on a planet other than … [Read more...]
Old Spanish Missions-New Mexico
The Spaniards' colonization of the New World included the conversion of Natives to Christianity. Many of the missions were built during the 1700s throughout New Mexico, and many still stand today. Some are preserved as ruins, while others are in daily … [Read more...]
New Mexico Scenic Byways
New Mexico is home to 26 magnificent scenic byways. Eight of the 126 America's Byways are right in New Mexico. The America's Byways Program is part of the US Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, and was established to help … [Read more...]
The Elkhorn Lodge-Chama, NM
The Elkhorn Lodge is a family and pet friendly mountain lodge nestled amongst the giant pines and cottonwoods along the Rio Chama. The lodge is ideally located on the main highway leading into Chama. The cozy log facility includes 22 spacious … [Read more...]
Cultural Rules and Traditions-New Mexico
Despite its bold landscapes, New Mexico is a land of subtleties. Things that appear obvious to the first-time visitor may not be what they seem. For instance, despite the fairly hectic pace of traffic in New Mexico's larger cities, most native New Mexicans … [Read more...]
Truth or Consequences/Elephant Butte Day Trip
Natural hot springs are plentiful around New Mexico, but the springs at Truth or Consequences (previsously named Hot Springs until the name was changed as a game-show stunt) are a special treat. … [Read more...]
Lincoln County Cowboy Symposium: World’s Richest Chuckwagon Cook-Off-Ruidoso, NM
Each yeara the Food Network showcases the World's Richest Chuchwagon Cook-off in Ruidoso, NM. It is a program that captures the nostalga and culinary excitement of the Chuckwagon Cook-off. … [Read more...]