We're thrilled to announce that Ruidoso has been named a winner in the 2024 USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice travel award contest for Best Small Town Cultural Scene! This prestigious recognition highlights our town's vibrant cultural heritage. Congratulations, Ruidoso!

Ruidoso's thriving art community takes center stage in a recent feature by the Santa Fe New Mexican. Highlighting the town's rich artistic heritage and diverse talents, the article showcases local artists like Michael Fish, Vicki Conley, and more. Ruidoso offers a unique artistic experience for visitors and residents alike, from captivating murals to intricate quilts. Experience the creativity of Ruidoso today! Read the full story here>>

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We're thrilled to announce that El Camino Nuev0, nestled in the heart of Ruidoso, has been recognized by Best Things New Mexico as one of the "7 Best Places for Margaritas in New Mexico"! Read more at besthingsnm.com >>

Exciting news for seniors seeking the perfect retirement spot: Ruidoso, New Mexico, has been named one of the top seven towns in the state for retirees by WorldAtlas.com Read the complete article here >>

Exciting news! Ruidoso just made it to WorldAtlas.com's list of '7 Picture-Perfect Towns in New Mexico.' Check out why Ruidoso stands out in the full article at WorldAtlas.com

Ruidoso has been featured prominently in a recent article titled "Best Places for a Romantic Getaway in New Mexico." The article highlights the most enchanting destinations for couples in the Land of Enchantment and positions Ruidoso as a premier choice for those seeking a romantic escape. Read the article at EnergyPortal.eu >>

Discover why Ruidoso is making waves as one of the best towns for retirees in New Mexico! In a recent roundup, our charming village emerged as a top choice, blending scenic beauty, recreational opportunities, and a welcoming community. Read the full article ‘8 Best Small Towns In New Mexico For Retirees’ at WorldAtlas.com >>

Our charming village has taken the spotlight in a national roundup of the best places to enjoy holiday light shows with your pets. Discover why Ruidoso is the perfect destination for a magical holiday experience that includes the whole family—fur babies included! Read the article at be.chewy.com >>

Far & Wide has put together a list of the best pizza in every U.S. state. In New Mexico, the best pizza is Café Rio in Ruidoso. - iHeart.com

“While its ski-town bona fides make Ruidoso a destination in the winter, trips are worthwhile year-round. In the warmer months, there’s horseback riding, hiking, mountain biking, and camping along with an 8,900-foot zip line down Ski Apache. Casinos, art galleries, and boutique shops can fill the down time between the action.” Read the full article at MatadorNetwork.com >>

Located at Ruidoso’s Winter Park, New Mexico’s only mountain coaster features nearly one full mile of track that includes waves, dips, and a 360-degree helix — all while going at speeds up to 25 miles per hour. But if going fast isn’t the goal, each cart comes equipped with brakes that allow for a more tranquil experience. There’s really no wrong way to do it. Read the Albuquerque Journal article here >>

Based on Google reviews, KRQE News 13 compiled a list of some of New Mexico’s best pizza spots, with Ruidoso’s Cafe Rio listed as a Google and KRQE fan favorite. Read the complete article at KRQE.com.

“If I could paint a picture of a small-town bar on a Sunday afternoon where the whiskey pours, the axes fly, and the band plays on, it would be Ruidoso’s Win Place & Show.” — THE BITE

The data team at Realtor.com® names Ruidoso as one of 14 Great Ski Towns You’ve Never Heard Of (That Are Affordable for Buying a Home), where you can find the cozy sense of community and the balance of corduroy carving and mellow living for a bargain, at least relative to the area. Read the article here >>

"Ruidoso, New Mexico, is one of the best-kept secrets in the Southwest. It's a small mountain town with excellent scenery and some great wildlife. Deer will even wander up to homes year-round." — BestLifeOnline.com

“ In Ruidoso and on Mescalero Apache land, a new menu of recreational options entices adventurous visitors year-round.” — New Mexico Magazine

“Ruidoso is an idyllic destination for a romantic honeymoon in the Southwest.” - VacationIdeas.com

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[Ruidoso] “The once sleepy mountain town has become a thriving and growing dream community for tourists and lovers of the great outdoors.” - WorldAtlas.com

“Cool mountain air and an abundance of stars await in the Rocky Mountain town of Ruidoso in the southeast corner of New Mexico..” — Thrillist.com

“Ready for a road trip? Set your spring break road trip sights on Ruidoso, a quaint mountain town set in the Sacramento mountains just a few hours southeast of Albuquerque and two hours north of El Paso.” – Reader’s Digest

In the spring of 2020, tech entrepreneur Kina Pickett and his family hit the road in their 1970 Airstream International. The Picketts – Kina, Nellie, six-year-old son Ashur (Ash), and four-year-old daughter Story – and made their way out of their home state of Montana into some of the most beautiful parts of the United States —including Ruidoso!Watch the video.

“Rich in open spaces, outdoor adventures, and espresso-laden WiFi, Ruidoso — population 8,000 — is rising as the Southwest’s next digital destination, an extended home-away-from-home locale.” Read the article at MatadorNetwork.com >>

Ahead of a new year and with the promise of a return to travel, Thrillist, an online media website covering food, drink, travel and entertainment, has released its roundup of the best places to visit in New Mexico, with a special shout-out to Ruidoso! Read the article at thrillist.com>>

Check out this curated list of recommended Ruidoso travel experiences by the travel website —TripSavvy.

Discover why Ruidoso is a favorite fly-in vacation for private pilot Zach Ryall of Austin, Texas, in this article for the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association at AOPA.org.

A recent study by RENTCafé.com as reported at Forbes.com analyzed which destinations are holding strong during the pandemic when it comes to their appeal among Americans. The study showed that Americans are craving small-town comfort and nature vacations. Not surprisingly, Ruidoso ranked in the Top 20 US Travel destinations and Top 10 Natural Travel destinations.

Lauren at The Curious Adventurer travel blog shares her tips for the perfect weekend in Ruidoso.

Start planning your 2020 travel! Matador Network includes New Mexico in their global list of the 25 places you need to visit in 2020, with a special shout-out to Ruidoso! Read the article at matadornetwork.com