Explore the enchanting hidden gems of New Mexico, a treasure chest of lesser-known spectacles rife with cultural richness, otherworldly landscapes, and historical intrigue. Delve into the heart of the Southwest to discover these tucked-away marvels.
San Juan County, United States
A remote badlands area featuring surreal rock formations.
Santa Rosa, United States
A deep, crystal clear artesian spring popular for scuba diving.
Grant County, United States
Cave dwellings of the Mogollon peoples dating back to the 1200s.
Otero County, United States
Vast gypsum dunefield creating a stunning white desert landscape.
Los Alamos County, United States
Ancient pueblo ruins, petroglyphs, and vast wilderness.
Sandoval County, United States
A 13-mile wide volcanic caldera offering outdoor recreation.
Rio Arriba County, United States
Picturesque ranch known for its paleontological sites and as an artist retreat.
San Juan County, United States
Extensive ruins of a major Ancestral Puebloan center.
Sandoval County, United States
Unique cone-shaped rock formations and slot canyon hikes.
San Miguel County, United States
Historic site preserving Pecos Pueblo and Spanish colonial missions.
Cibola County, United States
Inscription Rock site with centuries-old travelers' messages.
San Juan County, United States
Dramatic volcanic rock formation sacred to the Navajo people.
Grant County, United States
Rock formations resembling ruins of a city emerging from the desert floor.
Doña Ana County, United States
Stunning desert landscape with significant scientific and cultural resources.
Taos County, United States
Living Native American community with iconic adobe structures.
Socorro County, United States
An astronomical radio observatory with enormous satellite dishes.
Union County, United States
A state park known for its fishing opportunities and dinosaur trackways.
Catron County, United States
The first designated wilderness area in the world offering pristine natural landscapes.
Sandoval County, United States
A small village famous for its hot springs and scenic mountain views.
San Juan County, United States
A landscape of eroded badlands, rich in fossils and unique geology.
Socorro County, United States
Historic ruins of early Spanish colonial missions among Native American pueblos.
Mora County, United States
An archaeological site featuring a cave dwelling and prehistoric rock art.
Mora County, United States
The remnants of a once bustling military fort along the Santa Fe Trail.
Otero County, United States
Park at the base of the Sacramento Mountains with historic ranch and desert scenery.
Colfax County, United States
The first major Vietnam memorial in the United States, located in Angel Fire.
Cibola County, United States
A diverse volcanic landscape south of Grants with cinder cones and lava tubes.
Bernalillo County, United States
A scenic overlook at the top of Sandia Mountains offering panoramic views.
Chaves County, United States
Museum dedicated to the history and legend of the famous 1947 UFO incident.
Cibola County, United States
A natural ice cave within an extinct volcano featuring year-round ice deposits.
Eddy County, United States
Over 100 limestone caves beneath the Chihuahuan Desert.
Catron County, United States
A land art installation in the high desert by sculptor Walter De Maria.
Santa Fe County, United States
An old mining town that has become a quirky artist community.
San Juan County, United States
Pueblo structures dating back to the 11th century.
Otero County, United States
An archaeological site with over 21,000 rock carvings by ancient Pueblo peoples.
De Baca County, United States
Museum dedicated to the infamous outlaw of the Wild West.
Cibola County, United States
Popular for fishing, camping, and dramatic views of the Zuni Mountains.
