Outdoors / May 07, 2025
Kasha-Katuwe Tent Rocks Reopens
After a four-year closure, Kasha-Katuwe Tent Rocks National Monument steps into a new era.
By Jim O'Donnell
Outdoors / May. 07, 2025
4 New Mexico Slot Canyon Hikes
For dramatic views and narrow passages, these are a few of our favorite slot canyon trails.
Nature & Wildlife / Apr. 23, 2025
Wildfires Transform Valles Caldera
While the effects of wildfires can be seen throughout the preserve, work is underway to turn back time on the forest and…
Nature & Wildlife / Apr. 23, 2025
Engage with Valles Caldera Events
National Park Service staff has stocked the calendar with events that offer gateways for visitors to connect with the…
Nature & Wildlife / Apr 02, 2025
Find Vast Opportunities at Valles Caldera
By Elizabeth Miller /
Photos by Minesh Bacrania
Nature & Wildlife / Aug 21, 2024
Restoring Life to the Lordsburg Playa
By Kate Nelson /
Photos by Esha Chiocchio
Nature & Wildlife / Aug 23, 2023
Pronghorn Find New Homes in New Mexico
By Elizabeth Miller /
Photos by Jeremy Wade Shockley
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Heaven Awaits in Angel Fire
Whether you’re seeking ski bliss, mountain-bike challenges, or time together as a family, Angel Fire makes…
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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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Gravel Biking in New Mexico
Here’s your guide to gravel biking, the increasingly popular two-wheel sport well suited to New Mexico’s back roads.
By Jennifer C. Olson
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Make a Splash in New Mexico Waters
Here’s where to raft, kayak, fish, swim, and enjoy our streams, rivers, and lakes.
By Elizabeth Miller
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…
Mountain Biking / Jun 28, 2023
Take a Spin with Justin Small
The owner of Santa Fe Mountain Bike Tours helps lead the pack as a guide and biking…
Outdoors / Jul 24, 2024
Ride the Waves of the Río
A paddleboard trip along the Río Grande offers a different perspective on its vital role.
Outdoors / Jul 10, 2024
Cool Down at These Water Escapes
Take a refreshing dip, then wet your whistle with a perfectly paired beverage.
Outdoors / Apr. 09, 2025
Year-Round Scenic Trails at Valles Caldera
Hikers, bikers, and skiers find a reason to visit in every season.
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.
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.
The Gila Wilderness Turns 100
As the Gila National Wilderness celebrates its 100th anniversary, we set out to explore the wonders of this special place, dig into its past, and meet some of the people who care for it.
Hiking / Apr 09, 2025
Take a Load Off at Silver City Waterworks
Once abandoned, the Silver City Waterworks caters to thru-hikers and bike packers in need…
Where to Stay / Feb 26, 2025
Three Outdoorsy Getaways
Hunt, fish, ski, and hike to your heart’s content at these outdoorsy retreats.
Outdoors / Aug 07, 2024
Venture into the Bisti Badlands
Navajo Tours USA highlights the natural and spiritual wonders of the Bisti/De-Na-Zin…
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.