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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.

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

Cowgirl Red

Cowgirl Red

Vintage Western! Fine Art, Antiques, & Collectibles, Indian Jewelry, Cerrillos Turquoise. Over 400 pair Vintage & New Cowboy Boots!

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Brandt Distinct Properties, LLC

Brandt Distinct Properties, LLC

Specializing in stunning properties, land & ranches along the Turquoise Trail, like the Ranchitos Estates off Goldmine Rd.

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Crystal Mesa Farm Bed & Breakfast

Crystal Mesa Farm Bed & Breakfast

Charming adobe hacienda on miniature animal farm. Beautiful decor, stunning vistas; sunsets and stars.

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Cindy Sheff, Realtor

Cindy Sheff, Realtor

A resident of historic Madrid. I specialize in real estate sales along the Turquoise Trail.

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Old Schoolhouse Gallery

Old Schoolhouse Gallery

Fine art gallery featuring works of Neecy Twinem, Hugh Pierson & other local artists.

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Indigo Gallery

Indigo Gallery

Featuring works by Jill Shwaiko and other nationally known painters, sculptors & jewelers in Madrid.

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Upcoming Event

Annual Cerrillos townwide Yardsale

August 25 & 26, 2012
Dig for new & used Treasures at our 6th annual Cerrillos Yardsale event - food & Greek Pastries too. http://www.CerrillosNewMexico.com
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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 »

Our Connections

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