Road Trips
Bandelier Now Even More Spectacular with New Theatre and Film
It’s already a magical place that captivates visitors with its mysterious caves, ancient Indian history and soaring cliff walls. But now Bandelier National Monument is all that much better with the recent addition of a new high tech theatre showcasing a visually stunning film of the monument and its surroundings. And that’s just another … Continue reading
Villanueva State Park- A Charming, Secluded Get Away
Gazing out from the overlook trail at Villanueva State Park one can see the Pecos River sparkling in the sunlight as it meanders through the scenic valley below. It’s a short but steep climb to the top of the hill overlooking this tidy little state park, but the rewards are spectacular views of the surrounding … Continue reading
Bosque del Apache: A Winter Wildlife Spectacle
The massive flock of snow geese all took off at once, engulfing this lone visitor to the Bosque del Apache in a swirling mass of brilliant white and the din of heavy honking. Within minutes the birds were all gone and the air became still again. But then the clucking calls of a few cranes … Continue reading
Fort Selden and Leasburg Dam in Southern New Mexico Make for Warm Winter Get Away
As the temps begin to dip and the snow gets to flying, it’s time to head south to warmer climes where one can visit southern New Mexico attractions like historic Fort Selden while camping out at nearby Leasburg State Park. Fort Selden, just outside of Las Cruces on the back road to the chile capital … Continue reading
Lonely BLM Backcountry Byway Beckon’s those Bored by the Highway
If you’ve ever wondered what was up in those hills to the east of I-25 as you traveled south near Socorro, then the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has a backcountry byway for you to explore. Twenty-four miles of good, dirt, road that rambles up through those hills featuring interesting rock formations, curiously colorful peaks … Continue reading
Jemez Area Hot Springs Provide Soothing Relief for Visitors
It’s near noon on a delightfully warm and sunny, midwinter’s day and the steaming waters and impressive view at the Spence Hot Spring are soothing one man’s worries away. “It doesn’t get much better than this,” said Bob of Albuquerque, who had called in sick, grabbed his bike and jumped aboard the train to Bernalillo … Continue reading
Trophy Tiger Muskies in Quemado, Bluewater Lakes make for Amazing Angling
It’s New Mexico’s latest fishing craze, anglers trying to catch giant, 40-inch, 20-pound tiger muskies lurking in the depths of Quemado and Bluewater lakes where they’ve been stocked to prey upon undesirable fish. Continue reading