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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.





Featured Stops & Shops

Java Junction Lodging

Java Junction Lodging

Our 2nd floor suite available nightly with private bath, full kitchen, Roku TV, Wi-Fi, a/c and balcony.

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Wild Hogs Movie Set

Wild Hogs Movie Set

T-shirts, Sweat shirts, Hoodies, Leather jackets & gloves, Metal signs, New Mexico & Route 66, Mugs, Magnets, Gifts. A must see.

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Mortenson Silver & Saddles

Mortenson Silver & Saddles

Saddles, Tack & Custom Silver Shop with an array of Cowboy Collectibles. Mon-Fri 9-4pm. Now offering horseback rides through the historic movie town, call…

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Enchanted Soul Art / Creatives’ Gallery & Shop

Enchanted Soul Art / Creatives’ Gallery & Shop

New Veteran Owned Art Gallery on Turquoise Trail. Exhibiting New Mexico & Native Contemporary Art. Intimate / Local Shop - for unique gifts, art supplies,…

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Shugarman’s Little Chocolate Shop

Shugarman’s Little Chocolate Shop

Organic ingredients and exotic flavors leave you begging for more at this hidden chocolate oasis. Open Wednesday to Sunday 11 am - 5 pm.

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Turquoise Trail Studio Tour

Turquoise Trail Studio Tour

Artists from Santa Fe, Cerrillos, Madrid and Cedar Crest will have their studio and gallery doors open for your visit the last two weekends of September.

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Upcoming Event

Cerrillos Town Wide Yard Sale

Saturday. Oct 3, 2026
Annual town-wide yard sale from 9-3pm. Antiques, Collectibles, household, tools and what-not on all streets in town. Set up for residents only.

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