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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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Plan Your Day Trip On The Turquoise Trail
The Scenic and Historic Area of the Turquoise Trail encompasses 15,000 square miles in the heart of central New Mexico, linking Albuquerque and Santa Fe. 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. View Interactive Map »
Featured Stops & Shops

Johnsons of Madrid Galleries of Fine and Fiber Arts-Since 1973
Oldest and largest galleries in the East Mountains, representing over 100 New Mexico fine artists, 50 fiber artists, including La Modista Fashions, Christmas…

Beer Creek Brewing Co.
Brewpub & Pizzeria. House brewed beers featuring locally grown ingredients. Great Patio. Hours: Monday CLOSED Tuesday-Sunday 11:30am-8pm

Jezebel Soda Fountain
Experience the original soda fountain from the 1920's. Jezebel's decadent romance with food parlor.

Wells Fargo Bank
Stop by and meet dedicated team members who can help you reach your financial goals.

10 PM Steampunk
Home of premier Madrid handmade steampunk jewelry and a cool line of hippie clothes!

Black Bird Saloon
Take a step back in time into an Old West Saloon built in 1885. Serving up good food and genuine hospitality ~ Beer, Wine & NM Spirits.
Construction Alert
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KMRD 96.9 FM Madrid Community Radio
Everyday between Jan 1 - Dec 31Independent, non-commercial, listener-supported, volunteer-run, freeform, community radio from Madrid, NM!
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