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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.
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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
Cowgirl Red
Vintage Western! Fine Art, Antiques, & Collectibles, Indian Jewelry, Cerrillos Turquoise. Over 400 pair Vintage & New Cowboy Boots!
Brandt Distinct Properties, LLC
Specializing in stunning properties, land & ranches along the Turquoise Trail, like the Ranchitos Estates off Goldmine Rd.
Crystal Mesa Farm Bed & Breakfast
Charming adobe hacienda on miniature animal farm. Beautiful decor, stunning vistas; sunsets and stars.
Cindy Sheff, Realtor
A resident of historic Madrid. I specialize in real estate sales along the Turquoise Trail.
Old Schoolhouse Gallery
Fine art gallery featuring works of Neecy Twinem, Hugh Pierson & other local artists.
Indigo Gallery
Featuring works by Jill Shwaiko and other nationally known painters, sculptors & jewelers in Madrid.
Upcoming Event
Annual Cerrillos townwide Yardsale
August 25 & 26, 2012Dig for new & used Treasures at our 6th annual Cerrillos Yardsale event - food & Greek Pastries too. http://www.CerrillosNewMexico.com
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From Our Forum
- 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
- NM 14 - Litter pick up
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 »





