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  • BILLY THE KID CASINO 575-378-4431  Located at Ruidoso Downs Race Track and features over 300 great slot machines, including Video Texas Hold Em, Video Blackjack, and Video Craps. Billy's atmosphere, great promotions, and smiling faces make it the Locals Favorite Place to Play! Responsible Gaming Property 800-572-1142.  26225 US HWY 70, Ruidoso Downs, New Mexico 88346
  • BILLY THE KID SCENIC BYWAY Received a Scenic Historic Byway designation from the Federal Highway Commission in June of 1995. Take an online 'tour' of the communities along the Byway.  
  • CARRIZOZO HERITAGE MUSEUM 575-648-1105 The museum is open March-December, Thursday through Saturday, 10AM to 2PM. The Carrizozo Heritage Museum features displays of old historic Carrizozo.  103 12th Street, Carrizozo, NM 88301
  • CASINO APACHE TRAVEL CENTER 800-545-9011 In addition to the Inn of the Mountain Gods Casino, IMG's have a full casino just for locals and travelers passing through. Casino Apache Travel Center offers everything you need to rest and refuel.  287 Carrizo Canyon Road, Mescalero, NM 88340
  • EAGLE RANCH PISTACHIO GROVE 800-432-0999 or 575-434-0035 7288 Hwy 54/70 Alamogordo, NM 88310
  • FLYING J RANCH 575-336-4330 1028 HWY 48 Alto, NM 88312
  • FORT STANTON MUSEUM 575-354-0341 Hours 10am-4pm Thursday thru Monday.  104 Kit Carson Rd Fort Stanton, NM
  • FUNTRACKERS 575-257-3275 Family entertainment complex. 3 Go Kart Tracks, 18-hole Miniature Golf, Bumper Boats, Giant Maze, Climbing Wall, Game Room and much more. Open daily all summer 10am to 10pm; weekends all year, weather permitting.  101 Carrizo Canyon Rd Ruidoso, NM 88345
  • GOLF Year round golf on three public courses. Where else can you golf in the morning and ski in the afternoon?  
  • HUBBARD MUSEUM OF THE AMERICAN WEST 575-378-4142 One of the State's most respected museums. Housing a magnificent collection of carriages, wagons, saddles fine art and Indian artifacts.  26301 Hwy 70 West, Ruidoso Downs, NM
  • LEE'S GOLD PANNING AND PROSPECTING TOURS 575 648-2763 The Old White Oaks Prospector. Go Gold Panning in the old Gold Rush town of White Oaks, NM Open April through Late September. Email me HC31 Box 23 White Oaks NM 88301.
  • LINCOLN NATIONAL FOREST Located in South Central New Mexico, the Lincoln National Forest is known as the birthplace of the world-famous Smokey Bear, the living symbol of the campaign to prevent forest fires. Forest Station: 901 Mechem Dr. Ruidoso, NM 88345 - 575-257-4095  
  • LINCOLN, NEW MEXICO This National Historic Landmark is considered by many historians to be the most authentic old west town remaining in the United States. Center of the bloody Lincoln County War, the little hamlet was launched into the history books by a host of famous characters including Billy the Kid, Kit Carson, Pat Garrett, John Chisum and Lew Wallace.
  • MOUNTAIN MAZE 575-973-0531 All ages enjoy getting 'LOST' in over 5,200 sq ft of frequently changed pathways. Race the clock and each other to win Amaze’n Prizes! Open daily during spring break and all summer: 10am-9pm Sun-Thurs. 10am-10pm Fri-Sat. Weather permitting.  Located with FUNTRACKERS at Sudderth and Carrizo Canyon.
  • OTHER OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES Hiking, Camping, Mountain Biking, in a climate that is Seasoned Just Right.  
  • PANNING FOR GEMSTONES 575-973-0531 Sift through a bag of mining rough in the flowing water of the sluice and discover the Gems... to take home!  Located with FUNTRACKERS at Sudderth and Carrizo Canyon.
  • RUIDOSO ARTISTS AND GALLERIES Some of the best art in the Southwest. 
  • RUIDOSO BIKE SHOP 575-257-4905   2810 Sudderth Dr Suite A Ruidoso, New Mexico 88345
  • RUIDOSO BOWLING CENTER 575-258-3557 10 New Brunswick synthetic Pro-Lanes. Cosmic Bowling on Saturday night.  1202 Mechem Dr., Ruidoso, NM 88345
  • RUIDOSO DOWNS HORSE RACING  575-378-4431 Memorial Weekend through Labor Day. Simulcast racing.  26225 US HWY 70, Ruidoso Downs, New Mexico 88346
  • SKIING AND SNOWBOARDING Thanksgiving through Easter. Some of the best snow in New Mexico. 
  • WHITE SANDS NATIONAL PARK 575-479-6124 The largest deposit of gypsum sand dunes is just 15 miles southwest of Alamogordo, NM on US Hwy 70. The Visitors Center has exhibits detailing the origins of the dunes. Daily, year-round hours: Visitors Center 9am-7pm, Scenic Dunes Drive 7am-9pm. 

Stay Safe/Have Fun
Stay Safe/Have Fun
Everyone knows the Village of Ruidoso is fun! Not everyone knows if it's safe. Fortunately, it is!  There is no need to skip your trip or plan it elsewhere.  Shops, restaurants and our locals await you with open arms.  Here's what you need to know: We are in...
Ruidoso Downs Race Track and Billy the Kid Casino
Ruidoso Downs Race Track and Billy the Kid Casino
575-378-4431 26225 Highway 70 West, Ruidoso, New Mexico
Ruidoso Downs Race Track and Casino offers live horse racing Friday through Sunday starting Memorial Day weekend and running through Labor Day. Known as the home of the World's Richest Quarter Horse Race, the All-American Futurity, Ruidoso Downs races thoroughbreds and...
Make History Come Alive with New Mexico History Tours
Make History Come Alive with New Mexico History Tours
575-257-8593
Tour Old Lincoln, New Mexico...the best-preserved town in the Old West...plus tours of Fort Stanton and other sites important to Western History. Jack Shuster is degreed in History with a field of interest in Social and Cultural History of the American People. A Living...
Calendar of Events
Calendar of Events
Things to do! You want 'em, we've got 'em!  In addition to all of the fun ideas you find on this page, we have even more fun things for you to explore.  So, check out our calendar and tailor make your perfect Village visit! 
Inn of the Mountain Gods Championship Golf Course
Inn of the Mountain Gods Championship Golf Course
575-464-7945 287 Carrizo Canyon Road, Mescalero, New Mexico 88340
(CURRENTLY CLOSED FOR RENOVATIONS) New Mexico golf at its finest! Designed by the legendary Ted Robinson, Inn of the Mountain Gods’ Championship Golf Course offers one of the finest golfing experiences in the country. The 18-hole course features an island...
Ski Apache
Ski Apache
575-464-3600 1286 Ski Run Road, Alto, New Mexico 88312
Adventure is always in season at Ski Apache. Escape the summer heat in style with cool activities like biking, hiking and ziplining. Take in breathtaking views of the Sierra Blanca mountains on New Mexico’s only eight-person gondola ride. We hope you’ll join us...
City of Roswell
City of Roswell
Outdoor activities: Roswell is surrounded by natural beauty. Bottomless Lakes State Park and Bitter Lake National Wildlife Refuge are nearby and far from ordinary. Shopping in Roswell: Roswell is home to some of the most eclectic shopping experiences this side of the...
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