New Mexico Adeventures | Things To Do: Attractions

We are all Travelers. We seek what is true and we push past what we know to be false.

The question is: where do we go? What place is true and good and real? Where is the place that will speak to us, crystal clear, in a voice that is familiar and kind? Where is true found… and false forgotten? Where?

They Came for the Waters - New Mexico True Adventures

What happens when you combine one of the world's deepest artesian springs with a Red Bull Cliff Diver, scuba, and summertime adventurers?

South Boundary-New Mexico True Adventures

Linking two of northern New Mexico's iconic ski towns of Taos and Angel Fire is a ribbon of singletrack unlike any other. The South Boundary Trail transports intermediate mountain bikers along loamy pine needles and down exposed ridgelines for 25 miles. For most locals, riding it in the fall is a ritual to mark the passing seasons.

A rapid glimpse of the eye-pleasing moments from the 2014 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta.

"Above the Crowds" (2014 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Timelapse)

New Mexico’s ski areas are open for business – even during the summer season! You are probably aware of the world-class skiing and riding during the winter, but the mountain is just as “cool” during the summer. Once the snow melts, these winter meccas are transformed into giant summer playgrounds.

The Land of Enchantment is known for it’s unbeatable cuisine, gorgeous high desert landscape and soulful culture. However, most people do not realize the state of New Mexico is also a mecca for iconic churches and cathedrals. In fact, it is filled with some of the most important and arresting historical structures in the country.

Few places leave such an impression that they alter your world. New Mexico is filled with unique experiences that will touch your soul and leave an imprint so deep it stays with you forever. This list of transformative New Mexican experiences will leave their mark on you.

Got a sweet tooth? There is no better place than New Mexico to indulge. We have some of the most decadent and unique desserts that are sure to end your meal on a high. To satisfy your sweet tooth we’ve compiled a collection of our team’s favorite sweet dishes from around the state.

New Mexico is known, among many things, for it’s majestic State Parks and wonderful hiking trails. However, the state has so much more to offer than most people realize or know. These five State Parks fly under the radar, often forgotten or unknown to the public. But these beautiful hidden gems are worth exploring.

Whether you are a photographer, nature-lover, adventurer or just looking for an amazing experience, you’ve come to the right place. This collection features some of the most unique places across the state of New Mexico for surreal vistas that will inspire.

Albuquerque is a hidden travel gem. It’s under-the-radar, affordable, achingly beautiful, unspoiled and filled with soul. If we had 72 hours in Albuquerque, this is how we would spend it. Here is our list of the must-see, must-do things in the wonderful Duke City.

They are ghost towns now. But in the late 1800s, each had a moment of glory that blazed and died like a sudden flame. Most were mining towns, where men lusted after the earth’s riches – gold, silver, turquoise, copper, lead and coal. A few were farming communities that flourished for a time and mysteriously fell silent. Literally hundreds of towns not only died, they vanished.

You probably aren’t heading to the high desert expecting to find beautiful, naturally occurring bodies of water. But while New Mexico might be perceived as dry, it offers up amazing opportunities for those looking to have some fun in the sun and water. In fact, these bodies of water may be the state’s best-kept secret!

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We are all Travelers. We seek what is true and we push past what we know to be false.