Cedar Creek Recreation Area is one of Ruidoso's easiest-to-access trail systems, conveniently located just off Mechem Drive (Hwy 48). With various multi-use (hike, bike, equestrian) trail lengths and difficulties starting in town, a picnic shelter, and three group campsites, Cedar Creek is a great place for the whole family and an outing in Lincoln National Forest.
Read MoreHave some extra time during your Ruidoso vacation? Go to the Ruidoso Public Library. Whether you’re seeking a peaceful sanctuary, free WiFi, a place to work, learn, or connect with the local community, visiting the library is a perfect way to enrich your Ruidoso travel experience. Here are a few reasons why the municipal library deserves a spot on your itinerary.
Read MoreAt an impressive elevation of 6,920 feet above sea level, a trip to Ruidoso promises an unforgettable adventure amid stunning natural landscapes and vibrant cultural attractions. Preparing for the high-altitude environment and taking necessary precautions can ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. So pack your bags, breathe in the fresh mountain air, and get ready to explore all that Ruidoso has to offer!
Read MoreImmerse yourself in nature, savor the local flavors, and slow down enough to appreciate every moment. If you want to return from your Ruidoso vacation feeling like you actually unplugged while still seeing the sights, then this two-day experience is for you. Get ready to unwind.
Read MoreRuidoso is a melting pot for creative talent, where artists, performers, and musicians gather for a buzzing indie art movement. If you're looking for a place to access live music venues, unique art galleries, and festivals, come visit Ruidoso. Check out these venues, explore our Events Calendar, and never miss out.
Read MoreDiscover Ruidoso's favorite lakes! Bring a picnic, cast for fish, paddle a boat, cycle, horseback ride, or explore on foot via multi-use trails at Grindstone Lake and Alto Lake recreation areas.
Read MoreWith courses at Grindstone Lake and Ski Apache, add disc golf to your list of fun things to do in Ruidoso. Better yet, bring your own disc and it’s free fun for the whole family.
Read MoreDo less—experience more. Slow travel in Ruidoso isn’t only on-trend for 2023. It’s a nostalgic tribute to the generations who traveled to our mountain village to kick back in the cool pines and savor a local lifestyle. Explore Ruidoso at your own pace and on your own terms with these ideas for a slower and more meaningful relationship with Ruidoso.
Read MoreDiscover the best massage studios and therapists in Ruidoso. From classical massages to specialized treatments Ruidoso offers a diverse menu of massage therapists and spa treatments to help you ease into vacation mode.
Read MoreWe’re all under stress right now. The pandemic, economic uncertainty, and political upheaval have upended our lives. Want to stop the crisis burnout? Get out on a trail, step into the cool mountain forest, draw deep breaths of pine-tinged air, and soak up the vast open spaces. A walk in the woods is the perfect Ruidoso palliative for this time. Hike solo, with others, or take the dog. It’s free. It’s good for the body. Even better for the soul.
Read MoreDiscover an expansive menu of aesthetic medicine services at Fusion Medical Spa & Wellness that can be customized to reflect your unique cosmetic and health-related objectives in the comfort of an upscale, relaxing environment.
Read MoreThe only non-profit yoga studio in town, Buddha Yoga offers 15 open classes per week by donation. The space is colorful and intimate, community is a priority, and teacher training and certification an essential part of their program. Instruction includes vinyasa, yin, beginner, power, stretch, balance, gentle and senior yoga. Drop-ins welcomed.
Read MoreWind down in a relaxing spa atmosphere with flowing fountains, hot tea to sip, and the Rio Ruidoso right outside the window. Blue Lotus offers daily yoga classes for all levels, AVEDA personal care products and treatments, and a stylish store for yoga clothing and accessories.
Read MoreAt Flotation Station you can chill out in a sensory deprivation tank. Experience a sense of weightlessness, then head back out into the world feeling refreshed. Top it off with a massage for a perfectly zen day.
Read MoreLocated just 3 minutes from the Inn of the Mountain Gods. Adobe Day Spa is an independently owned and operated day spa and salon that has been serving the Ruidoso community and its visitors for over five years. On-site services include massage, infrared sauna, wraps, and indoor hot tub with steam baths coming soon.
Read MoreExperience complete relaxation and holistic healing for the mind, body and spirit in The Healing Room conveniently located on the first floor in the MCM Eleganté Lodge & Resort with only the best licensed therapists.
Read MoreSkip the hotel fitness center in favor of these local Ruidoso gyms that offer better equipment, classes, and amenities.
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