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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
Roadrunner Studio and Gallery
Fine art by local artists, metal and glass sculptures, paintings of all media, photography & jewelry.
Sandia Peak Ski Area
In winter enjoy Snowboarding and downhill skiing. Six lifts. Certified snow-sports school and rentals available. Open Mid-December thru Mid-March.
Cowgirl Red
In the middle of Madrid, New Mexico. Vintage Western - Cowboy Boots - Fine Art - Native American Jewelry.
Sandia Peak Tramway
Ride the Tramway - 2.7 miles rising to 10,378 feet with an 11,000 square mile panoramic view.
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!…
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.
Construction Alert
Details about roadway construction on NM 14Upcoming Event
Madrid Christmas Parade and Christmas Open House
Every full weekend December 5 through December 19, 2026The Madrid Christmas Parade along Hwy 14 is Saturday, Dec. 5 at 4PM. Madrid Christmas Open House highlights include activities and refreshments in many shops each weekend through Christmas.
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