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NM Vacation Guide
Welcome to the Turquoise Trail
Back roads often lead to great discoveries
Venture off the freeway and onto the Turquoise Trail National Scenic Byway, and you'll see what we mean. The Scenic and Historic Area encompasses 15,000 square miles in the heart of central New Mexico, linking Albuquerque and Santa Fe. Enjoy a breathtaking view from atop Sandia Crest, then drive back into history through the mining towns of Golden, Madrid, and Cerrillos, now coming alive with art, crafts, theater, music, museums and restaurants.
Interactive Map of Stops & Shops
Plan Your Day Trip On The Turquoise Trail
The Scenic and Historic Area of the Turquoise Trail encompasses 15,000 square miles in the heart of central New Mexico, linking Albuquerque and Santa Fe. Enjoy a breathtaking view from atop Sandia Crest, then drive back into history through the mining towns of Golden, Madrid, and Cerrillos, now coming alive with art, crafts, theater, music, museums and restaurants. View Interactive Map »
Featured Stops & Shops
Old West Saloon & Engine House Theatre
Outside deck with Full Bar & Menu with live music on weekends. Entrance to museum & Theatre for special events.
Coal Miner’s Daughter
A gallery featuring owner, Dean Cheek's knitwear designs, local artwork, jewelry, and much more.
Indigo Gallery
Featuring works by Jill Shwaiko and other nationally known painters, sculptors & jewelers in Madrid.
Ortiz Mountain Gallery & Aline Fourier Studio
Fine Art Gallery featuring the art of Aline Fourier & other New Mexico artists. Working studio nestled in the Ortiz Mountains.
Brandt Distinct Properties, LLC
Specializing in stunning properties, land & ranches along the Turquoise Trail, like the Ranchitos Estates off Goldmine Rd.
Babaluu’s Cocina Cubana
Lunch, dinner, catering & private parties. Cuban, Caribbean cuisine, wine, beer, music, dancing, patio dining.
Upcoming Event
Open Studio Tour with Sculptor Kevin Box
June 30 & July 1, 2012Open Studio Tour with Sculptor Kevin Box participant in The Santa Fe Studio Tour - giving you access to artists studios throughout Santa Fe and Santa Fe County.
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From Our Forum
- Find Kevin Box in his Turquoise Trail studio during the Santa Fe Summer Studio Tour
- Sandia Peak Ski Area current conditions ranked 5th best in the World!
- Brand new website for Cerrillos, New Mexico
- New website for Santa Fe Botanical Garden
- Havent been there since 1960
National Scenic Byway
On June 15, 2000 the Turquoise Trail received designation as a National Scenic Byway from the The National Scenic Byways Program after completing a comprehensive corridor management plan.The plan is available for review here »