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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.

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Ghost Town Trading Post

Unique Collection of SW Turquoise, Gaspeite, Sugilite, Larimar, Coral, etc. Navajo and Pueblo made. Clothing and Gifts.

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Indigo Gallery

Featuring works by Jill Shwaiko and other nationally known painters, sculptors & jewelers in Madrid.

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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.

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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!…

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Casa Grande Trading Post, Cerrillos Turquoise Mining Museum & Petting Zoo

We mine and sell rare Cerrillos Turquoise. Gift Shop, Collectibles, old Bottles, Rocks and Minerals. Featured on Antiques Roadshow. "Come by & feed the…

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Santa Fe County Open Space, Trails and Parks

Santa Fe County Open Space, Trails & Parks manages and conserves a vibrant network of cultural, historical, recreational and community resources and provides…

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Construction Alert

Details about roadway construction on NM 14

Upcoming Event

Madrid Christmas Parade and Christmas Open House

Every full weekend December 5 through December 19, 2026
The 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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