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Welcome to the Turquoise Trail

The perfect day trip linking Santa Fe and Albuquerque!

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. The drive is approximately 50 miles along Highway 14. 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.





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 »

Featured Stops & Shops

Black Bird Saloon

Black Bird Saloon

Take a step back in time into an Old West Saloon built in 1885. Serving up good food and genuine hospitality ~ Beer, Wine & NM Spirits.

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Cerrillos Station

Cerrillos Station

Fine Art Gallery, Southwestern Gifts/Jewelry, Hair Salon, Massage Therapy, Farmers Market, Dance/Yoga Studio, Snacks/Drinks.

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Johnsons of Madrid Galleries of Fine and Fiber Arts-Since 1973

Johnsons of Madrid Galleries of Fine and Fiber Arts-Since 1973

Oldest and largest galleries in the East Mountains, representing over 100 New Mexico fine artists, 50 fiber artists, including La Modista Fashions, Christmas…

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Talking Talons Thrift Store

Talking Talons Thrift Store

A thrift store with a mission: goods are recycled and sales help support educational wildlife and nature programs for youth and the community. Open Wednesday…

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Cerrillos Community Church

Cerrillos Community Church

A Bible based Christian Fellowship. Visit our website CerrillosChurch.com for service times, places and to see ministries we support.

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Java Junction Lodging

Java Junction Lodging

Our 2nd floor studio apartment sleeps two in a queen-size bed and includes amenities such as a 6 foot soaking claw foot tub, full kitchen, Wi-fi and Roku…

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Upcoming Event

Madrid Christmas Parade and Christmas Open House

Every full weekend December 7 through December 29, 2024
The Madrid Christmas Parade along Hwy 14 is Saturday, Dec. 7 at 4PM. Madrid Christmas Open House highlights include activities and refreshments in many shops each weekend through Christmas.
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