Posts by Ellen Barone
Spend the night close to nature on a Ruidoso camping trip

Camping is not only an awesome vacation for those who love the outdoors, but it's also a great way to keep a Ruidoso vacation affordable. Learn everything you need to know to plan your Ruidoso camping trip now!

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Go off-road and explore with Backcountry Attitudes on an OHV adventure tour.

Ruidoso’s first off-road adventure specialist, Backcountry Attitudes, provides 4×4 off-roading adventures through scenic wilderness and mountain terrain for a unique backcountry adventure.

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IN THE PRESS: Travel TV Show YOLO TX Opens Season 2 With A Trip To Ruidoso

Discover the best of Ruidoso with YOLO TX travel TV host Aerin Carreno as she shares her Ruidoso adventures in Season 2 opener.

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IN THE PRESS: Champagne Taste on a Beer Budget? Ruidoso is the Destination for You.

“Ski towns are typically associated with dollar signs, but if you’re craving a mountain getaway, it doesn’t have to break the bank. Let us tell you about a magical place where empty trails, wildflowers as far as the eye can see, porches ripe for wildlife watching, streets upon streets of art galleries and shops, and a cozy downtown await.” — iExplore.com

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The Spa At The Inn of the Mountain Gods

Inspired by the heritage of the Mescalero tribe, the new The Spa at the Inn offers a wide array of signature facials, relaxing body treatments, manicures and pedicures, waxing treatments and high-end salon services.

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Backcountry Horse Riding in Lincoln National Forest

There are few better ways to connect with the beauty of the National Forest than on horseback. Discover the places and trails where you can ride your horse in Lincoln National Forest.

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White Mountain Recreation Complex

Ruidoso’s largest recreation complex has over 6-acres of turf, dog park, playground, basketball court, tennis courts, restrooms, and a sand volleyball court available for year-round use. The White Mountain Recreation Complex is located off of Hull Road behind the White Mountain Elementary Schools on White Mountain Drive and adjacent to the Links walking trail and Links at Sierra Blanca Golf Course. It’s also a popular place to spot elk in the morning and evenings.

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IN THE PRESS: History, music and more found in New Mexico trek

“Ruidoso is best known for Ski Apache and the Ruidoso Downs Racetrack and Casino, and visitors are well-served by both. But my family visited the village and its surrounding countryside during a stretch of less-busy summer weekdays, indulging our interests in history, Southwestern cuisine, fine art, live music, shopping and of course beautiful mountain scenery.” - THE OKLAHOMAN 

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Horseback Riding at Inn of the Mountain Gods

Take in the beautiful scenery during an unforgettable horseback ride. Riding stables at the Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort are open summer and fall, weather permitting. Reservations required.

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Fort Stanton On Horseback

Ride along historic trails on a Fort Stanton guided History on Horseback tour. Interpretive rides take place on the second Saturday of the summer months (except July) beginning in May.

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