Twists, turns, bumps, jumps and bobsled curves! Ruidoso Winter Park is a first class tubing area with the most exciting tubing you will find anywhere. Magic Carpet Lifts whisk you to the top on a moving conveyor. There's no need to walk uphill, which means more tubing and more FUN! Our tubing area has more lift capacity and the largest tubing snow making system in the Rockies. Twilight tubing on selected nights through the Christmas holiday. Call for times and dates. 1/4 mile west of Hwy 48 on Ski Run Rd.
The Ruidoso Jockey Club invites you to come and enjoy the races in our elegant surroundings! $17.50 per person per day includes admission, seating and valet parking. No children under 14 admitted. Suitable attire is required (no shorts). Memberships are for sale, however, you do not have to be a member to request a reservation to the club. Visit our website for more information.
A Smithsonian AffiliateThe Hubbard Museum of the American West is one of the most respected museums in the southwest region, and home to an extensive collection of magnificent carriages, wagons, saddles, firearms and Indian artifacts, as well as ever-changing traveling exhibits. 26301 Hwy 70 Ruidoso Downs, New Mexico 88346
A landmark 514-seat world-class theater which, on the average, hosts a major touring Broadway show, dance or musical performance every 11 days year-round during separate summer and winter seasons. Four major Dale Chihuly glass installations. Check the Spencer site for coming events and online ticket purchasing. Public tours Tues & Thurs at 10 Off Mechem/Rt. 48 on Airport Highway 220, Alto, New Mexico 88312
Hondo is the home of one of New Mexico’s most successful jewelry studios: featuring the work of artist Alice Warder Seely. Seely’s pewter jewelry is purchased by over 500 galleries, national parks, and museum gift stores throughout the USA. Take a guided tour to see how molds are made, how jewelry is cast, hand finished, and packaged. Free gifts for children under 12. Buy direct at factory prices. Combine your visit with a visit to the Hondo Iris Farm. Open 8-4, Tuesday-Friday Mile Marker 286, Hwy 70 (between Ruidoso and Roswell).
Live Racing Memorial Day through Labor DayThe Ruidoso Downs Race Track hosts exciting annual live racing from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. Our spectacular summer races take place Fridays through Mondays with a 1:00PM. post time, with the exception of some holidays, special meets, and horse sales. Don't miss out on the fun! Come and watch history in the making at Ruidoso Downs Race Track and Casino.
Highway 70 West, Ruidoso Downs, NM
Featuring Black Angus Steaks, Seafood, Burgers and More!
DJ – Mon-Sun, Live Blues & Bar-B-Q - Sundays 2-6pm
Located in Mid-Town Ruidoso - Let us cater your next event!
Plan your pet’s vacation while you’re planning your vacation. Doggy daycare and resort boarding with large, secure play yards and great staff! We pamper your kitties also with 8 luxury cat condos. That’s why so many of our guests scratch at the door to get in Thundering Paws! Your pets will enjoy their vacation while you enjoy yours! All pets must have record of current vaccinations including Kennel Cough.
114 Lone Mesa Court, Alto, NM 88312 - Across from the Spencer Theater
New Mexico’s premier mountain resort awaits with impeccable service, mouthwatering cuisine for every palate, incredible gaming action, and breathtaking alpine scenery to nurture your soul. Situated high in the picturesque mountains of Mescalero, New Mexico just outside of Ruidoso, guests return time and time again to Inn of the Mountain Gods to enjoy the clean mountain air, stunning panoramic views, and exciting entertainment options. 287 Carrizo Canyon Road Mescalero, NM 88340
One of New Mexico’s most beautiful gardens and galleries.Iris in Full Bloom in May!! Iris for sale to Iris lovers. A 'hummingbird' porch, a pond with a fountain, places for a picnic lunch, a wooded area, and a gallery in a 100 year old adobe building. The gallery features paintings, sculpture, and jewelry by artist Alice Warder Seely: gifts, clothing, and ceramics from around the world. Open everyday in May 8-5. We have Iris in pots and a fantastic selection of Iris for ordering. Free admission, children and pets welcome. 24 miles east of Ruidoso, at mile marker 284 on Hwy. 70
Billy the Kid Casino is located at the Ruidoso Downs Race TrackFeatures over 300 great slot machines, including Video Texas Hold Em, Blackjack, and Craps. Billy’s fun atmosphere, great promotions, and smiling faces make it the Locals Favorite Place to Play! Responsible Gaming Property 800-572-1142. Highway 70 West, Ruidoso Downs, NM
A Two Step Above The Rest - 7 Days A Week
Ruidoso’s Premiere Country-Western Bar & Package Store
Featuring the Best Live Country-Western Bands in the Southwest
Open Monday - Saturday 9:00am - 2:00am | Sunday 12:00pm - 12:00am
Great food and excellent family entertainment! Since the opening some 28 years ago, we have fed and entertained over 630,000 guests! We have pony rides for kids, an 'old west town' with gift shops, a pistol range, gold panning, a great cowboy dinner featuring the Flying J's beef and chicken, potato, cowboy beans, biscuits, spice cake, chunky applesauce, coffee, tea and lemonade. After dinner we perform a Western Stage Show featuring the Flying J Wranglers! Hwy. 48 - 1/2 mile North of the Alto Post Office
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 Museum575-648-1105 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
Fort Stanton Museum575-354-0341 Hours 10am-4pm Thursday thru Monday. 104 Kit Carson Rd Fort Stanton, NM
FUNTRACKERS575-257-3275 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 West575-378-4142 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 Tours575 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 MAZE575-973-0531 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.
WHITE SANDS NATIONAL MONUMENT575-479-6124 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.
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