Our Area
Art, Artists and Galleries:
The natural beauty and spectacular light of New Mexico, as
well as its vibrant cultural heritage, have attracted
artists for decades. Today, people from around the globe
travel to New Mexico to experience some of the world’s
finest art.
Billy the Kid National
Scenic Byway: Many of the area’s terrific attractions are found along
the Billy the Kid National Scenic Byway. This driving loop
circles much of the county, allowing visitors the chance to
see a wide range of local topography, attractions, historic
and artistic venues.
Camping and
Hiking: Almost all of the system trails in
the Lincoln National Forest are easily negotiated by hikers
and back packers as well as horse riders and mountain bikers.
Education: Educational institutions in Lincoln
County.
Fishing &
Hunting: For the avid angler, local streams and
lakes are stocked at different times of the year with
rainbow trout. The Lincoln National Forest which surrounds
Ruidoso offers more than one million acres of enjoyment. Big
game hunting opportunities abound. Deer, elk, bear and
turkey are the most sought after game.
Golf: Soak
up some sun at one of the area’s three public golf courses.
An added advantage of the courses in Ruidoso is that they
are open year ‘round!
Horse Racing: Who would imagine that the most dramatic
moments in Quarter horse racing take place in a scenic
mountaintop location in south central New Mexico? Yet this
is exactly what happens, year after year, at the famous
Ruidoso Downs Race Track and Casino!
Museums:
History is such an amazing part of the Ruidoso area. There
are many exceptional museums here. All are prepared to take
you on an unforgettable journey through time.
Ruidoso Area
Churches: The are many places to worship in
our area.
Ruidoso Valley Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center:
For more than 67 years, the Ruidoso Valley Chamber of
Commerce has been the voice of the business community, With
9,000 residents, Ruidoso is the largest community in Lincoln
County and serves as the regional economic hub.
Ski
Apache is located on the north ridge of 12,003’
Sierra Blanca Peak, overlooking the mountain community of
Ruidoso. Ski Apache allows both skiing and snowboarding and
has a terrain park with both jumps and rails.
Village of Ruidoso: Municipal hub of Ruidoso, New
Mexico