Culture / Jun. 10, 2026
Where Route 66 Still Moves
Cars have always been the driving force of the Mother Road. But along Albuquerque’s Central Avenue, lowrider culture…
Hiking
Explore the Ojito Wilderness
Northwest of Albuquerque, the Ojito region rewards bikers and hikers with a phantasm of New Mexico’s ancient past.
By Kate Nelson / Photos by Stefan Wachs
History / Jun. 10, 2026
Route 66 Through Vintage Postcards
Mother Road historian Willie Lambert has amassed more than 1,500 vintage Route 66 postcards. These are a few of his…
Things To Do / Jun. 03, 2026
Five Things to Do This Weekend
Witness Native theater's lineage, catch a free concert, peep sick rides, two-step back in time, and see Native art in…
New Mexico State Parks
Coyote Creek’s New Cabin Stays
Coyote Creek State Park invokes history and cultural ties as it opens the door to cabin stays.
By Elizabeth Miller
May. 06, 2026
ABQ BioPark Gets a Wild Makeover
A recent $130 million investment in renovations, improvements, and additions to the ABQ BioPark Zoo and Botanic Garden has transformed the state’s most visited attraction, creating a better environment for the animals and for humans big and small.
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Apr. 08, 2026
Following the Footsteps at White Sands
In light of the groundbreaking discoveries at White Sands National Park, an archaeologist revisits the mysteries found in the dunes.
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Jan. 21, 2026
High Desert Healing in Taos
In Taos, wellness practitioners honor the land, the lineages, and the art of listening.
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Dec. 10, 2025
Spend a Weekend in Gallup
The interstate hub of Gallup is also a railroad town with an unparalleled landscape and a fascinating history. Now, on the eve of Route 66’s centennial celebration, Gallup is luring visitors with marquee events, an arts-centered downtown, world-class outdoor adventures, and some seriously good pizza.
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Nov. 05, 2025
George R.R. Martin’s Fantastical Realm
With a cool movie theater, an indie bookstore, a themed adventure train, and a medieval bar, beloved author George R. R. Martin spreads playful imagination across the Santa Fe Railyard.
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Oct. 08, 2025
A Ghost Town with Spirit
Rooted in a shadowy canyon on the western slope of the Gila Wilderness, the ghost town of Mogollón requires intention to visit—and true grit to stay, given its hair-raising past filled with floods, fires, and fights. Although all the gold and silver have likely been mined from these legendary mountains, treasures remain … dead and alive.
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Sep. 10, 2025
Travel the High Road
Spanning 56 miles, the High Road winds through tiny villages and artistic havens that reveal a deeply devotional connection to the land, faith, and traditions of this historic route.
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Aug. 06, 2025
Peak Season in Red River
Thanks to its high-elevation perch, Red River has long been a summertime destination for outdoor lovers and vacationers hoping to beat the heat. But as the former mining town looks to the future, it continues to evolve, improve, and even heal.
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Road Trips / Jun 03, 2026
100 Years of Route 66 in New Mexico
For 100 years, the Mother Road shaped towns, tourism, roadside culture, and everyday life across New Mexico. Historians, artists, and longtime residents reflect on its legacy.
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Whether you’re here to see stunning art, spend a weekend steeped in culture, sample unique cuisine, explore the settings of your favorite films, or find a place to build a rewarding career…
Travel / May 27, 2026
Editor’s Letter: Hit the Road
Discover surprises big and small in a Route 66 road trip.
By Steve Gleydura
Things To Do / May 25, 2026
Summer Car Shows in New Mexico
Roll out to these summer celebrations of horsepower, chrome, and artistry.
By Maria Manuela
Restaurants / Jun 03, 2026
Where to Eat on Route 66
Get your motor running with delicious pit stops for every type of traveler.
By Lynn Cline
Museum / Jun 03, 2026
3 Ways to Celebrate Route 66
This month brings three exciting ways to celebrate and learn about the Mother Road.
By Maria Manuela
Road Trips / Jun 03, 2026
Party Central on Route 66
For more than 50 years, the Pow Wow Room played host to good times.
By Lynn Cline
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