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The 9 Best Hidden Gem Restaurants in New Mexico

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Oso Grill, Capitan, NM

Tucked into a historic corner building on the main drag through town is this stylish restaurant with a chef committed to serving fresh, distinctive food. The cozy ambience encourages diners to stay…
Tucked into a historic corner building on the main drag through town is this stylish restaurant…

The Perfect Fourth of July in New Mexico

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Annual Smokey Bear 4th of July Parade & Stampede Rodeo, Capitan, NM

The town goes all out honoring the stars and stripes throughout the day. There’s a parade—it wouldn’t be a small-town celebration without one—that features the town’s…
The town goes all out honoring the stars and stripes throughout the day. There’s a…

The 8 Best Spots for Waffles in New Mexico!

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Sacred Grounds Restaurant, Ruidoso, NM

A little cabin in the woods with a stream running by and an outdoor deck is the perfect setting for warm and luscious waffles. On the menu here are two pearl sugar-studded Belgian waffles served with…
A little cabin in the woods with a stream running by and an outdoor deck is the perfect setting for…

The 7 Best Bagel Shops in New Mexico!

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Cornerstone Bakery and Cafe, Ruidoso, NM

Although this is more than just a place for bagels, the ones they make are extraordinary. Baked fresh every day in the Cornerstone ovens, the bagels toast up perfectly and have just the right amount…
Although this is more than just a place for bagels, the ones they make are extraordinary. Baked…

The 10 Best Mountain Biking Trails in New Mexico!

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Cedar Creek Spaghetti Bowl, Ruidoso, NM

All points on this maze of trails loop together and lead back to the main trail, like a giant bowl of spaghetti—thus the name. The trails vary in length and difficulty, making this a great…
All points on this maze of trails loop together and lead back to the main trail, like a giant bowl…

10 Coolest Coffee Shops in New Mexico

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Sacred Grounds Coffee and Tea House, Ruidoso, NM

An inviting cabin in the woods ambience draws you in to stay and enjoy the area’s mountain atmosphere inside, or outside, on the back deck of this coffee shop, restaurant and store. Fair trade…
An inviting cabin in the woods ambience draws you in to stay and enjoy the area’s mountain…

8 Best Soup Places in New Mexico

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Cafe Rio, Ruidoso, NM

This pizza parlor has so much more than just pizza. Yes, the East Coast-style pizza is exceptional, but don’t miss the Portuguese kale soup, a blend of kale, cabbage, andouille sausage,…
This pizza parlor has so much more than just pizza. Yes, the East Coast-style pizza is exceptional,…

7 Best Shops for Apple Pie in New Mexico

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Cornerstone Bakery and Cafe, Ruidoso, NM

It’s as easy as pie to eat more than one slice of the apple pie made fresh daily here. The crust is flaky and buttery, the apples are dusted with a hint of cinnamon and it comes out of the oven…
It’s as easy as pie to eat more than one slice of the apple pie made fresh daily here. The…

The 8 Best Pet Stores in New Mexico!

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No Bones About It, Ruidoso, NM

This is a gourmet dog bakery and pet boutique extraordinaire. It may be a dog’s life, but it doesn’t have to be a boring one. You’ll find upscale merchandise for both dogs and cats…
This is a gourmet dog bakery and pet boutique extraordinaire. It may be a dog’s life, but it…

Crispy Perfection: Best Places for Fried Chicken in New Mexico

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Smokey Bear Restaurant, Capitan, NM

There’s no fire here, just the enticing aroma of sizzling chicken fried chicken, a juicy, breaded fried chicken breast smothered in a creamy gravy. This home-style restaurant is a community…
There’s no fire here, just the enticing aroma of sizzling chicken fried chicken, a juicy,…
Best Things In & Around San Patricio, NM
The 7 Best Bagel Shops in New Mexico!

Cornerstone Bakery and Cafe, Ruidoso, NM

Featured in The 7 Best Bagel Shops in New Mexico!
Although this is more than just a place for bagels, the ones they make are extraordinary. Baked fresh every day in the Cornerstone ovens, the bagels toast up perfectly and have just the right amount… Read More
The 10 Best Mountain Biking Trails in New Mexico!

Cedar Creek Spaghetti Bowl, Ruidoso, NM

Featured in The 10 Best Mountain Biking Trails in New Mexico!
All points on this maze of trails loop together and lead back to the main trail, like a giant bowl of spaghetti—thus the name. The trails vary in length and difficulty, making this a great… Read More
The 9 Best Hidden Gem Restaurants in New Mexico

Oso Grill, Capitan, NM

Featured in The 9 Best Hidden Gem Restaurants in New Mexico
Tucked into a historic corner building on the main drag through town is this stylish restaurant with a chef committed to serving fresh, distinctive food. The cozy ambience encourages diners to stay… Read More
8 Best Soup Places in New Mexico

Cafe Rio, Ruidoso, NM

Featured in 8 Best Soup Places in New Mexico
This pizza parlor has so much more than just pizza. Yes, the East Coast-style pizza is exceptional, but don’t miss the Portuguese kale soup, a blend of kale, cabbage, andouille sausage,… Read More
The 9 Coolest Coffee Shops in New Mexico!

Sacred Grounds Coffee and Tea House, Ruidoso, NM

Featured in The 9 Coolest Coffee Shops in New Mexico!
An inviting cabin in the woods ambience draws you in to stay and enjoy the area’s mountain atmosphere inside, or outside, on the back deck of this coffee shop, restaurant and store. Fair trade… Read More
7 Best Shops for Apple Pie in New Mexico

Cornerstone Bakery and Cafe, Ruidoso, NM

Featured in 7 Best Shops for Apple Pie in New Mexico
It’s as easy as pie to eat more than one slice of the apple pie made fresh daily here. The crust is flaky and buttery, the apples are dusted with a hint of cinnamon and it comes out of the oven… Read More
The 8 Best Pet Stores in New Mexico!

No Bones About It, Ruidoso, NM

Featured in The 8 Best Pet Stores in New Mexico!
This is a gourmet dog bakery and pet boutique extraordinaire. It may be a dog’s life, but it doesn’t have to be a boring one. You’ll find upscale merchandise for both dogs and cats… Read More
The 9 Best Pizza Restaurants in New Mexico!

Cafe Rio, Ruidoso, NM

Featured in The 9 Best Pizza Restaurants in New Mexico!
This small, funky hole-in-the-wall makes a made-from-scratch thin crust, hand-tossed pie that captures the definitive New York-style pizza pie. Foldable big slices are slathered with rich tomato… Read More
The 15 Best Hiking Trails in New Mexico!

Argentina Canyon Trail, Ruidoso, NM

Featured in The 15 Best Hiking Trails in New Mexico!
Stands of White Pine, Ponderosa Pine, White Fir and Quaking Aspen surround you as you hike this trail through the White Mountain Wilderness, part of the Lincoln National Forest. Along the 6.3-mile… Read More
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Events around San Patricio, NM
Jul
03

Smokey Bear Stampede

9:00 AM
Lincoln County Fairgrounds, Capitan, NM
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Jul
03

Red, Wine and Brews Festival

11:00 AM
Ruidoso Downs Racetrack and Casino, Ruidoso Downs, NM
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Jul
04

Smokey Bear Stampede

9:00 AM
Lincoln County Fairgrounds, Capitan, NM
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Spencer Theater For The Performing Arts

Spencer Theater For The Performing Arts
108 Spencer Road, Alto, NM
Mission: The mission of the Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts is to enrich the cultural lives of South-Central New Mexico's residents and vi... Read More

The Hubbard Museum of the American West

The Hubbard Museum of the American West
26301 Hwy 70 West, Ruidoso Downs, NM
Mission Statement The mission of the Hubbard Museum of the American West is to collect, preserve and interpret the political, social, business, c... Read More

Smokey Bear Museum and Gift Shop

Smokey Bear Museum and Gift Shop
102 Smokey Bear Boulevard, Capitan, NM
Smokey's Museum opened in 1961, having been dedicated in 1958, the rustic one room building almost bursts with Smokey memorabilia, photos and poste... Read More

Pillow's Funtrackers

Pillow's Funtrackers
101 Carrizo Canyon Road, Ruidoso, NM
Pillow's Funtrackers is the premier family fun center in New Mexico. We have been providing fun to thousands of families for over twenty years.Our ... Read More

The Links at Sierra Blanca

The Links at Sierra Blanca
105 Sierra Blanca Drive, Ruidoso, NM
About Us:Nestled away in the pines of the Sacramento Mountains, you will find Ruidoso, New Mexico and The Links at Sierra Blanca Golf Course. At 6,... Read More

The Flying J Ranch

The Flying J Ranch
1028 State Highway 48, Alto, NM
For over 30 years, folks have been stepping back into the legendary era of the Great American Cowboy at the Flying J Ranch. We invite you to experi... Read More
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