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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
The Mine Shaft Tavern and Cantina
Madrid's Historic Tavern with a deck overlooking town serving lunch & dinner with a full bar. Winner of the Santa Fe Green Chile Cheeseburger Smackdown!…
Jezebel Soda Fountain
Experience the original soda fountain from the 1920's. Jezebel's decadent romance with food parlor.
Acorn Flowers and Gifts
Handcrafted floral arrangements for any event. Gifts and wares from local artisans and abroad.
Turquoise Hills Riding Co.
Guided horseback rides on our gentle horses in the serene hills of Cerrillos through exclusive turquoise mining country to epic mountain views.
Tijeras Pueblo Archaeological Site
Museum, self-guided interpretive trail, site tours, native garden, lectures, workshops, classroom visits, and presentations to community groups and schools.
Talking Talons Youth Leadership
To elevate youth and the community to become effective advocates and ethical stewards of themselves, wildlife, and the environment.
Construction Alert
Details about roadway construction on NM 14Upcoming Event
Turquoise Trail Studio Tour
Weekends: Sept. 19-20 & Sept 26-27, 2026Explore a marketplace of painters, sculptors, photographers, ceramicists, fiber artists, glass artists, jewelers, and more on the Turquoise Trail Studio Tour.
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