City Guides / Aug 07, 2024
Find Biking Heaven in Angel Fire
Angel Fire’s bike park has become a major draw for expert riders, but there’s more to biking than big jumps—and there are plenty of in-town…
By Elizabeth Miller / Photos by Stefan Wachs
Outdoors / Aug. 07, 2024
5 Must-Do Nature Tours
Grab the reins for a deeper understanding of the state’s natural wonders.
Outdoors / Aug. 07, 2024
Venture into the Bisti Badlands
Navajo Tours USA highlights the natural and spiritual wonders of the Bisti/De-Na-Zin Wilderness.
Outdoors / Jul. 24, 2024
Make a Splash in New Mexico Waters
Here’s where to raft, kayak, fish, swim, and enjoy our streams, rivers, and lakes.
Nature & Wildlife / Aug 23, 2023
Pronghorn Find New Homes in New Mexico
By Elizabeth Miller /
Photos by Jeremy Wade Shockley
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Small Town, Big Country
Pick your adventure in Red River, whether you love hiking, fly-fishing, off-roading, or other mountain fun.
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Destination Guide
Discover new places, plan your next adventure, and fall in love with New Mexico with our list of must-see…
City Guides
Elephant Butte Revs Up Its Off-Road Fun
Long known as a hot spot for boaters, anglers, and lake lovers, Elephant Butte is making a splash as a destination for off-road enthusiasts and other adventure seekers.
By Jennifer C. Olson /
Photos by Stefan Wachs
Outdoors
Ride the Waves of the Río
A paddleboard trip along the Río Grande offers a different perspective on its vital role.
By Elizabeth Miller
Off-Roading / Jun 28, 2023
Shift Gears at Chokecherry Canyon
Spend the day four-wheeling over the craggy remains of an ancient ocean in Farmington.
Outdoors / Jun 30, 2021
Best Off-Roading Adventures in New Mexico
Get your off-road motor running with great scenery, changing landscapes, and plenty of ups…
Rafting / Jun 21, 2023
Go With the River Flow
While the rapids may seem tame, the 38-mile Wilderness Run on the Gila River can make for…
Rafting / Jun 21, 2023
Our Rivers Have Rapid Rewards
Have a blast on the water by hitting these three rapids.
Hiking / Jul. 02, 2024
Take a Hike to the Headwaters
Hiking to the source of these rivers can help you better understand our watersheds.
Hiking / Apr. 17, 2024
Five Gila Trails to Try
From easy to expert, these trails in the Gila Wilderness are suited to every kind of hiker.
Hiking / Jun. 07, 2023
Dust Off Your Boots and Hit the Trails
Lace ’em up for these five trails we love throughout the state.
Nature & Wildlife / Apr. 10, 2024
Pinyon Jays Flourish in the Gila Forest
Pinyon jay populations have been declining—everywhere but the Gila.
Birdwatching / Apr. 10, 2024
Find These Birds in the Gila
Home to hundreds of species, the Gila Wilderness is a bird-watcher’s paradise.
Birdwatching / Jun. 14, 2023
These Spots Are Paradise For Bird-Watchers
Land at these three other great areas for bird-watching.
Guide to the Wildflowers of New Mexico
Color your hike with blooms from trailhead to summit. Plus: Find the buzz about bees, hummingbirds, and more.
Nature & Wildlife / Apr 03, 2024
Quick Facts about the Gila Wilderness
As the Gila approaches its anniversary, we get a glimpse at some of the interesting, rare…
Nature & Wildlife / Mar 27, 2024
Meet Conservationist Luke Koenig
The grassroots organizer builds community around protecting our wild places.
Outdoors / Apr 03, 2024
The History of the Gila Cliff Dwellings
The Gila has long been a special place. Occupied by the early Mogollon people in the…
Outdoors / Apr. 14, 2021
Must-Visit Bird-Watching Destinations
These hot spots offer some of the best birding in the state.
September / Sep. 01, 2020
A Quick Guide To New Mexico Dragonflies
With distinctive colors, wild flights, and alien looks, dragonflies are among the…
Outdoors / Apr. 24, 2020
Bighorn Victory
Fourteen years ago, there wasn't a single bighorn in the Río Grande Gorge. Now about…
Outdoors / Sep. 25, 2019
The Misunderstood Lives of Bats
Bats contribute to the health of our environment, but a devastating disease imperils…
Parks / Jun. 06, 2018
Carlsbad Caverns Reveal More of Their Secrets
New laser technology reveals tantalizing secrets about everyone’s favorite cave.
Travel / Sep. 18, 2019
Destinations: Chaco Canyon
For Ancestral Puebloans, Chaco Canyon was the center of the world.
Outdoors / May. 06, 2019
Our Stone Age Heroes
Near Ratón, the Folsom Site claims one of archaeology’s most important discoveries.