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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.
Featured Stops & Shops
East Mountain Centre for Theatre
Offering quality theatrical performances for all ages as well as after-school and summer educational programs for children.
Featured Stops & Shops
Sandia Crest House Gift Shop & Restaurant
Elevation 10678 feet. Enjoy breathtaking views, eclectic gifts and light dining. Open daily.
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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 »
Upcoming Event
Madrid Art Walk
1st Saturday of the monthAttend Madrid, New Mexico gallery openings.
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From Our Forum
- Wild Hogs Question
- BLM & SF National Forest host Open Houses on Turquoise Trail
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- Maggie's Diner
- Breakfast Everyday at the Greenside Cafe!
- Grocery stores
- Enter to win the 2010 HGTV Dream Home!
- Cerrillos Hills State Park installs pay station
- bicycling the trail
- Rock Hunting?
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 »