Skiing & Snowboarding / Jan 13, 2021
Carve Up New Mexico's Ski Season
This ski season may look different, but the slopes are just as inviting—and exciting.
By Elizabeth Miller
Outdoors / Jan. 19, 2022
Winter Activities for the Non-skier
Don't ski? Snow problem. Try ice skating, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, and more to enjoy the winter weather.
Outdoors / Nov. 24, 2021
Monumental Effort
What began as one mountain biker’s bright idea has turned Las Cruces into a bikepacking destination for diehards. This…
Outdoors / Aug 11, 2021
Find the Perfect Abiquiú Lake Camping Spot
By Aaron Gulley /
Photos by Jen Judge
Outdoors / Aug 11, 2021
Visit Sugarite Canyon State Park for Family-Friendly Camping
By Christina Selby /
Photos by Christina Selby
Birdwatching
Guide to Birding in New Mexico
New Mexico has some of the best birding in the country, although challenges threaten many species and force others into unfamiliar habitats.
By Jim O'Donnell
Outdoors
Sandhill Cranes are Taking Off at Bosque del Apache
Even without its annual festival this year, Bosque del Apache’s migration of sandhill cranes, snow geese, and ducks makes a spectacular show.
By Maria Manuela /
Photos by John Olson
Hiking / Jun. 02, 2021
Hiking Gila's Wilderness
A hike in the Gila National Forest trains the eye to follow what matters most.
Hiking / Nov. 01, 2020
Best Hiking Trails at White Sands
These three hikes are a great way to experience the dunes and all they have to offer.
Hiking / Jun. 24, 2020
High Time to Hike the Alpine Lakes
New Mexico’s tallest peaks shelter more than 35 snow-fed lakes where stunning beauty rewards intrepid hikers.
Our Comprehensive Guide to the Best Ski Resorts in New Mexico
With its superlight snow, abundant sunshine, lack of crowds and relative affordability, New Mexico’s ski scene offers something for everyone, no matter your skill level.
Outdoors / Jan 19, 2022
Winter Activities for the Non-skier
Don't ski? Snow problem. Try ice skating, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, and more to enjoy the…
Skiing & Snowboarding / Dec 29, 2021
Powder Players
It took vision, grit, and even some daredevil feats to develop the New Mexico ski culture…
Outdoors / Dec 01, 2021
New Mexico Ski Directory
Whether you ski, snowboard, snowmobile, or snowshoe, we've got you covered.
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…
Outdoors / 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.