Get ready for a totally different adventure this year and head for the mountains for an unforgettable (and affordable) Ruidoso family vacation. From outdoor adventures to kid-friendly attractions and old west experiences Ruidoso offers year-round fun for families.
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 MoreTrade the mundane for the extraordinary as your workspace transforms into a haven of tranquility against the stunning Ruidoso mountains. Let the mountain air inspire a year of productivity and rejuvenation, turning work into a seamless blend of professional pursuits and natural wonders. Fortunately, plenty of accommodation options and open outdoor space make Ruidoso a perfect choice for your next remote work destination.
Read MoreDuring the winter holiday season, there are sleigh rides through the historic upper canyon with Grindstone Stables. No snow is required to enjoy a crisp winter evening and the holiday decorations of Ruidoso's oldest neighborhood.
Read MoreDust off your skates! The outdoor ice rink at Wingfield Park returns for the 2023-2024 winter season. Opening day is Friday, November 24, 2023. A visitor Day Pass is $20, with a $20 season pass for Ruidosoans and a $30 season pass for Lincoln County and Mescalero residents. Here’s everything you need to know.
Read MoreCelebrate Christmas at the Flying J Ranch with special White Mountain Christmas winter performances from late November to the end of December 2023. BOOK NOW >>
Read MoreHalloween is the perfect excuse for a quick mini-break in Ruidoso. If you're looking to escape on a family-friendly trip this fall, here are some Halloween events to help you make some special memories.
Read MoreJoin Screaming Eagle for a day of fun on a state-of-the-art tubing hill that expands the Ruidoso Winter Park experience into a summer tubing adventure and fun for the whole family. While you are there, take a ride on the popular family zipline. Experience the thrill of the Screaming Eagle Mountain Coaster (New! Summer 2023)
Read MoreFantasy fairies hide along the pathway at Ruidoso's Two Rivers Park and Wingfield Park. Magic wands, tiny houses, and whimsical fairies add fun for the young. Visitors may be startled when walking along village park trails to see a trout jumping out of the water and riding on his back, the smallest of the fairy folk.
Read MoreWith 10 bowling lanes, 4 pool tables, dartboards, arcade games, a restaurant, and a lounge for parties and events, the Ruidoso Bowling Center is a fun, year-round, family-friendly entertainment destination where everybody gets to play.
Read MoreGo tubing at Ruidoso Winter Park. There are lanes for racing your friends and a Magic Carpet conveyor belt for an uphill ride. Adrenaline junkies can descend individually, in tandem — or for the fastest and longest ride, in group clusters in a giant tube. After your chilly thrill, retreat to a warming VIP Igloo to cozy up in with a hot drink and a snack.
Read MoreTubing, OHV adventures, sleigh rides — there is so much more to a Ruidoso winter vacation than skiing. The village location is perfect for those who want to hit the slopes at Ski Apache, but with so many activities — both on and off the slopes — including cozy lodging, shopping, dining, and live music, Ruidoso is a winter family vacation everyone will love.
Read MoreWalk the trails, bring the dogs, fish with the kids, and paddle in nature, Alto Lake Recreation Area in Ruidoso is a great place to pull your car up to the shore and spend the day in every season.
Read MoreReunite the whole family and make the best memories ever in a Ruidoso vacation home, condo, or cabin. Barbeque on the deck, wander off a mountain trail into the games room, or meet the wild horses along the river and make family memories to last a lifetime.
Read MorePillow’s Funtrackers in Ruidoso is a great place for family entertainment and family outings. At Funtrackers you'll find fun for all ages at this family-favorite Ruidoso amusement park offering 3 go-kart tracks, 18-hole mini-golf, bumper boats, a maze, and arcade games.
Read MoreThis family-focused entertainment venue offers a petting zoo, tractor rides, giant slide, tunnel, picnic area, and a bounce house. Located at 525 Resort Drive near Disc Golf Course and Grindstone Lake.
Read MoreExplorer Momma, Lauren Gonikishvili, shares insider tips for planning a family-friendly Ruidoso getaway.
Read MoreWork together in a race against the clock to solve a series of increasingly challenging puzzles. Be prepared to have your wits tested and your entertainment level raised. Ruidoso Escape Rooms sets the bar for experiential entertainment.
Read More“If your Christmas feels like a three-ring circus inside a small tent, consider taking your show on the road to Ruidoso. In the heart of southern New Mexico’s Sierra Blanca Mountains, the town bursts with outdoor recreation, cozy cabins, and made-to-order holiday cheer.” — New Mexico Magazine
Read MoreWhen we think of Ski Apache, we think about amazing trails, stunning views, and an incredible skiing experience. With 55 trails, 11 lifts, a snow-making operation, and more than 750 skiable acres, Ski Apache makes skiing in New Mexico even sweeter. Here are a few of our favorite things about Ski Apache. - SKI NEW MEXICO
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