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NM Vacation Guide
Welcome to the Turquoise Trail
The perfect day trip linking Santa Fe and Albuquerque!
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. The drive is approximately 50 miles along Highway 14. 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
Heaven Boutique
Beautiful & Romantic clothing, jewelry, cards & gifts. Unique Boutique Designers (sizes S-3x) same location 15 yrs!
Elaine’s, a Bed and Breakfast
Comfort, elegance and hospitality in a beautiful three-story log home. Over 15 years in business.
Sandia Peak Tramway
Ride the Tramway - 2.7 miles rising to 10,378 feet with an 11,000 square mile panoramic view.
Agave Broadband
Cerrillos Internet Community Center & Agave Broadband bring affordable high speed to rural New Mexico and free Internet at this Public Center in Cerrillos.…
Indigo Gallery
Featuring works by Jill Shwaiko and other nationally known painters, sculptors & jewelers in Madrid.
Color & Light Arts
Color & Light Arts is a gallery filled with arts & crafts celebrating the magic of life!
Upcoming Event
Madrid’s 40th anniversary/ Cinco de Mayo
May 1-27, 2013Celebrating Madrid's 40th anniversary & Cinco de Mayo: ANNUAL KICK-OFF FOR SUMMER EVENTS IN MADRID.
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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 »