Snuggle in front of the fire. Build a snowman. Take a walk in the forest. Ruidoso embraces winter weather with plenty of no-cost activities to keep your vacation on budget. 

Go for a walk.

From the paved paths at The Links Trail and the Ruidoso River Walk to the many forest trails, there's something magical about a winter walk. Bring Fido along if you’re traveling with furry family members.

Have a drink by the fire.

Whether it's a hot chocolate or a hot toddy, cozying up to the fire with a drink defines a Ruidoso winter vacation.  

Date night in.

No driving. No reservations. No hassles. Nothing but the two of you. When's the last time you snuggled close for a night in?

Gaze at the stars.

Ruidoso's high-altitude location and starry nights make it a dazzling night sky destination and perfect for stargazing. For help, bring a printed star chart out with you or downloading an app like Sky Safari or Stellarium to help you identify constellations and planets.