 Nestled in the Southern Rocky Mountains in Central New Mexico is one of the best kept secrets of Southwest travel... Ruidoso. This mountain village offers an incredible variety of entertainment for the whole family. On the same day, you can ski at beautiful Ski Apache on top of Sierra Blanca, golf at one of the three challenging courses in town, gamble at Casino Apache at The Inn of the Mountain Gods, and enjoy world class shopping in the huge variety of downtown shops. During the summer you can enjoy the fast paced world of horse racing at Ruidoso Downs, home of the worlds richest Quarter Horse Race, the All American Futurity. There's also hiking, camping, fishing, and mountain biking if you prefer other outdoor activities. Ruidoso is home to some world class artists and galleries as well as the famous Museum of the Horse. The summer art festival in July features approximately 120 juried artists from a dozen states displaying paintings, drawings, photography, glass, porcelain, woodwork, metalwork, jewelry, batik, pottery, weaving, fabric, leather and sculpture. |
In the Fall, the leaves turn golden yellow and signal  the beginning of Aspenfest with a chili cook-off, arts & crafts fair, street vendors, Aspenfest Parade and "Run to Ruidoso" rod run show. Also, during September Ruidoso is host to the Golden Aspen Motorcycle Rally when about 14,000 motorcycle enthusiasts show up to enjoy the trade show and poker runs. Lets not forget the food. You can eat anything from French cuisine to Barbecue in more than 50 restaurants. My personal favorites are the crab legs at Ahna-Michelles Restaurant (way too big to fit on a plate), the Chicken Enchiladas at Cafe Mescalero (wrapped in banana leaves and oven baked), the authentic fish and chips at Bentley's Brew Pub (just like England), and the best calamari I've ever eaten at Che Bellas's (ask them to start your order when you walk in). |
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