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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

Sandia Peak Summer Chairlift

Sandia Peak Summer Chairlift

Enter Cibola National Forest and take a scenic chairlift ride gliding over the lush forest below. The more adventurous can take their own mountain bikes…

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Coffee At Dawn

Coffee At Dawn

Specialty Coffee & Teas for sale. Victorian Tea Room. Outdoor seating. A sense of community.

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The Mine Shaft Tavern

The Mine Shaft Tavern

Great Music, Great Food, Historical Ambiance! One of the last great roadhouses.

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Crystal Mesa Farm Bed & Breakfast

Crystal Mesa Farm Bed & Breakfast

Charming adobe hacienda on miniature animal farm. Beautiful decor, stunning vistas; sunsets and stars.

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Interactive Map of Stops & Shops

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

Tijeras Open-Air Arts Mart

Every weekend from May 1 - October
Join us for the 5th season of the Tijeras Open-Air Arts Market. High quality exhibitors, with live music all weekend.
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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 »

Our Connections

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