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Welcome to the Turquoise Trail
Back roads often lead to great discoveries
Venture off the freeway and onto the Turquoise Trail National Scenic Byway, and you'll see what we mean. The Scenic and Historic Area encompasses 15,000 square miles in the heart of central New Mexico, linking Albuquerque and Santa Fe. Enjoy a breathtaking view from atop Sandia Crest, then drive back into history through the mining towns of Golden, Madrid, and Cerrillos, now coming alive with art, crafts, theater, music, museums and restaurants.
Featured Stops & Shops
Relios Jewelry
Jewelry designer Carolyn Pollack brings the highest quality southwestern sterling silver and gemstone jewelry, carefully crafted in New Mexico.
Astronomy Adventures
Come explore the celestial jewels and wonder found in New Mexico's night sky. Equipment provided.
Cindy Sheff, Realtor
A resident of historic Madrid. I specialize in real estate sales along the Turquoise Trail.
Turquoise Trail Pack, Ship, Mailboxes
Offering mailboxes with 24/7 access. ship via FedEx, UPS and USPS. We sell and ship work by local artists. M-F, 8:30-5:30.
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Plan Your Day Trip On The Turquoise Trail
The Scenic and Historic Area of the Turquoise Trail encompasses 15,000 square miles in the heart of central New Mexico, linking Albuquerque and Santa Fe. Enjoy a breathtaking view from atop Sandia Crest, then drive back into history through the mining towns of Golden, Madrid, and Cerrillos, now coming alive with art, crafts, theater, music, museums and restaurants. View Interactive Map »
Upcoming Event
Stump the Ranger Hike
Sunday March 14, 2-4pmGot questions about the park's history, ecology or critters? Ranger Sarah will be your trail guide on this casual hike.
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From Our Forum
- Take the HGTV Dream Home tour!
- Aspects of Clay opens studio co-op
- Movies made on the Turquoise Trail
- Wild Hogs Question
- BLM & SF National Forest host Open Houses on Turquoise Trail
National Scenic Byway
On June 15, 2000 the Turquoise Trail received designation as a National Scenic Byway from the The National Scenic Byways Program after completing a comprehensive corridor management plan.The plan is available for review here »