San Marcos/Lone Butte

Located on a high llano (plateau), this area was once a major center for farming and pottery making in the upper Rio Grande valley, but was abandoned after the 1680 Pueblo Revolt. It is now mostly residential. A gas station, restaurant and other services are here. A side trip on Hwy 45 leads you past 2 private New Mexico movie ranches (where over 100 movies were made). As you drive on, look at the open range in the direction of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, you may see antelope.

Mortenson Silver & Saddles

Saddles, Tack & Custom Silver Shop with an array of Cowboy Collectibles. Mon-Fri 9-4pm. Now offering horseback rides through the historic movie town, call Clint (505) 690-3118.

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Mortenson’s Eaves Movie Ranch

Embark on a memorable western horseback adventure! We’ll saddle you up and take you on an epic trail ride through beautiful New Mexico terrain where hundreds of Westerns have been filmed. Contact Clint Mortenson at (505) 690-3118 to book.

Tags: San Marcos/Lone Butte, Entertainment/Recreation, Gift Shops, Tours, Horseback Riding, Shopping, Tours

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 refills propane.

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