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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
Our 2nd floor suite available nightly with private bath, full kitchen, Roku TV, Wi-Fi, a/c and balcony.
Jezebel Soda Fountain
Experience the original soda fountain from the 1920's. Jezebel's decadent romance with food parlor.
Tijeras Pueblo Archaeological Site
Museum, self-guided interpretive trail, site tours, native garden, lectures, workshops, classroom visits, and presentations to community groups and schools.
San Marcos Cafe & Feed
Long established, well-reviewed country cafe serving Continental Cuisine and Classic New Mexico dishes. 8-2pm daily. Feed Store offers Pet supplies and…
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.
Roadrunner Studio and Gallery
Fine art by local artists, metal and glass sculptures, paintings of all media, photography & jewelry.
Construction Alert
Details about roadway construction on NM 14Upcoming Event
Trail Rider 20th Anniversary Block Party
Sun. September 20, 2026Join us at Trail Rider in Cedar Crest for our big 20th Anniversary Block Party! Live music, food, vendors.
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