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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.
Featured Stops & Shops
Elaine’s, a Bed and Breakfast
Comfort, elegance and hospitality in a beautiful three-story log home. Over 30 years in business.
The Mine Shaft Tavern and Cantina
Madrid's Historic Tavern with a deck overlooking town serving lunch & dinner with a full bar. Winner of the Santa Fe Green Chile Cheeseburger Smackdown!…
Origami in the Garden
Private sculpture garden of artists Jennifer and Kevin Box. Artworks rotate annually on this outdoor walking trail. Open seasonally.
Ghost Town Trading Post
Unique Collection of SW Turquoise, Gaspeite, Sugilite, Larimar, Coral, etc. Navajo and Pueblo made. Clothing and Gifts.
Madrid Brewing Co.
Visit the Madrid Railyard and check out the new Madrid Brewery (opening spring of 2025) and renovations to the museum along with Cowgirl Red and the Mad…
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…
Construction Alert
Details about roadway construction on NM 14Upcoming Event
Madrid Christmas Parade and Christmas Open House
Every full weekend December 5 through December 19, 2026The Madrid Christmas Parade along Hwy 14 is Saturday, Dec. 5 at 4PM. Madrid Christmas Open House highlights include activities and refreshments in many shops each weekend through Christmas.
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