Summer Fun
Big Game Hunts
Deep in the heart of New Mexico’s ancient peaks of the Southern Rocky Mountains breathes a timeless land filled with the richness of nature’s most beautiful creations. This is the […]
Fort Stanton Equestrian Trail Head
The 25,000 acre BLM-managed Fort Stanton-Snowy River Cave National Conservation Area is completely open to all visitor use. Precautionary fire restrictions are in effect for all BLM managed locations in […]
Geocaching
A real-world, outdoor treasure hunting game using GPS-enabled devices. Participants navigate to a specific set of GPS coordinates and then attempt to find the geocache (container) hidden at that location. […]
Off-Roading
Lincoln County has a few designated roads and trails for ATVs and OHVs. The Forest Service roads are the only places in Lincoln County where ATVs and OHVs are permitted. […]
Pinnacle Trail Systems
Mountain bike instruction and guiding services in Ruidoso. By appointment only.
Ski Apache Ski Area
Ski Apache offers some of the best warm-weather skiing anywhere. Located on the north ridge of the 12,002′ Sierra Blanca Peak, the 360 view of our mountain is sure to […]
Camping
Argentina/Bonito Trailhead Campground
The Argentina/ Bonito Trailhead campground is open all year. This particular campground location features tent and RV campsites that contain vault toilets. Additionally, this campground is a prime location for […]
Cedar Creek Recreation Area
The Cedar Creek Recreation Area is a seasonal option that is open from spring through the fall. This location has areas to accommodate both day-use picnic areas as well as […]
Oak Grove Camping Area
The Oak Grove Camping Area is another seasonal camping option that is open from the spring through the fall. This area has 30 campsites that are paired with both picnic […]
Pennsylvania Canyon
Pennsylvania Canyon is open year-round. This area is not as frequented as some of the other locations. This area features a creek that runs through the campground. Directions To […]
Fishing
Alto Lake
Alto Lake presents a spectacular scenic view. The lake is stocked with catfish throughout the year. Fishing is permitted from dawn to dusk year-round. A New Mexico fishing license is […]
Bonito Creek
Bonito Creek runs from the Bonito Lake Dam to Fort Stanton and Hondo. Fishing includes Rainbow and Brook Trout in the upper part of Bonito Creek. Please practice catch and […]
Bonito Lake
Bonito Lake is an alpine reservoir located high in the Sierra Blanca mountains northwest of Ruidoso, New Mexico. It is a popular fishing and camping destination, and although it is […]
Carrizo Creek
Carrizo Creek runs from Mescalero Lake Dam to Rio Ruidoso near the Chamber of Commerce. Fishing includes native brown trout. Please practice catch and release in this creek.
Eagle Creek
Eagle creek runs between Eagle Lake and past Alto Reservoir. Fishing includes some Brook and Rainbow trout.
Eagle Lakes
The Eagle Lakes are located on the Mescalero reservation. They can be accessed from Highway 532, which is also referred to as Ski Run Road. The two lakes are stocked […]
Grindstone Reservoir
Grindstone Reservoir is one of two lakes in the area that allow non-motorized boats for fishing. Fishing includes rainbow trout and occasionally catfish and smallmouth bass.
Mescalero Lake
The Mescalero Lake is located on the Mescalero reservation at the Inn of the Mountain God’s Resort. The lake is stocked with fish and open daily. In order to fish […]
Ruidoso River
The Ruidoso River runs from the Sacramento Mountains through Ruidoso and Ruidoso Downs into the Hondo River. The river is stocked year-round with Rainbow trout, and Brown trout can also […]
Seeping Springs Trout Lake
Seeping Springs Trout Lake is a private lake four miles east of the Ruidoso Down racetrack. This location is stocked with trout. Especially relevant is this location is geared towards […]
Seeping Springs Trout Lake & RV Park
This area is beautifully shaded by large fruit trees, poplars, and cottonwoods. Several of the sites back the duck pond making them very appealing to kids. There are public rest […]
Silver Lake
Silver Lake is located on the Mescalero reservation off of Highway 244. The lake is stocked with trout. This fishing location is open from May through September. A permit is […]
Golf
Inn of the Mountain Gods Golf Course
18-hole golf course and Apache Tee Restaurant at Inn of the Mountain Gods. Experience New Mexico golf at its finest on one of the most spectacular golf courses in the […]
The Links at Sierra Blanca
At the southernmost tip of the Rockies lies the Sacramento Mountains and the vacation paradise of Ruidoso, New Mexico. Here you will find the home of The Links at Sierra […]
Hiking
Cedar Creek Recreation Area
The Cedar Creek Recreation Area is a seasonal option that is open from spring through the fall. This location has areas to accommodate both day-use picnic areas as well as […]
Fort Stanton Equestrian Trail Head
The 25,000 acre BLM-managed Fort Stanton-Snowy River Cave National Conservation Area is completely open to all visitor use. Precautionary fire restrictions are in effect for all BLM managed locations in […]
Grindstone Lake Trails
Located within Ruidoso, NM at and around Grindstone Lake are approximately 14 miles of custom built mountain biking trails for which hiking and horseback riding are also permitted. This trail […]
Pinnacle Trail Systems
Mountain bike instruction and guiding services in Ruidoso. By appointment only.
Smokey Bear Ranger District Trails
They offer trails ranging in use from hiking, pack/saddle, mountain biking, motorcycle riding and ATV riding (less than 50″ in width). Most side-by-sides are greater than 50″ in width and […]
Horseback Riding Stables
Inn of the Mountain Gods Stables
Take in the beautiful scenery during an unforgettable horseback ride. Riding stables are open weather permitting and not during scheduled Big Game Hunting. Riders must be at least 8 years of age. Reservations required. […]