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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
Spirit in Art
A gallery of seven local friends. Staffed by the artists. Come and meet us! 5 Firehouse Lane.
Tumbleweeds
A gift shop full of "Important Stuff". Nostalgic metal signs, Madrid t-shirts & souvenirs, rocks, Rt.66, ecclectic jewelry, Western shirts & books.
Tapestry Gallery
Featuring fine handwoven wearables, handpainted yarns and Fiber Art by area Artists.
Turquoise Trail Pack, Ship, Mailboxes
Offering mailboxes with 24/7 access. ship via FedEx, UPS and USPS. We sell and ship work by local artists. M-F, 8:30-5:30.
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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
- Turquoise Trail National Scenic Byway's 10th Anniversary
- Advisable to get gas in ABQ or Santa Fe
- Call for Artists
- Take the HGTV Dream Home tour!
- Aspects of Clay opens studio co-op
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 »