New Mexico Outdoor Sports Guide
Fly Fishing, Hiking, Camping, Kayaking, Canoeing, Skiing, 4 Wheeling, Hunting and Vacations
New Mexico has long been known as The Land of Enchantment, so it’s only fitting that this designated scenic byway be called the Enchanted Circle. Explore the picturesque 83-mile loop through mountains, valleys, mesa and national forestland—all unique to Northern New Mexico—plus multiple enchanting community destinations full of fun seasonal activities and annual events. The […]
Catch and release is the custom in Patagonia. Photo: Tipiliuke Lodge Should you wish to master the art of fly fishing in Patagonia, it’s worth remembering this: “There is nowhere in fly fishing for you to drink beer.” Fishing guide Adrian Cataldi tells me this, and Cataldi should know; for there is no more seasoned fly […]
The southernmost lake in New Mexico is an oasis of water, wildlife, plant life, gorgeous sunsets and stunning night skies. Located twelve miles North of Carlsbad, NM, the park offers boating, kayaking, canoeing, fishing, hiking trails, exceptional bird watching, developed and primitive campsites and restrooms with showers. Whether you’re picnicking for the day, or camping […]
Located just 14 miles southeast of Roswell, Bottomless Lakes State Park is your place for bottomless fun! Enjoy non-motorized boating in your kayak or canoe, camp, fish, picnic, swim, hike, go birding or even scuba dive! The unique lakes at this park are sinkholes, ranging from 17 to 90 feet deep. The greenish-blue color created […]
This serene lake, located 25 miles west of Grants, is set in a pinon-juniper landscape with views towards the Zuni Mountains. The park offers camping, hiking, birding, horseback riding and fishing. And not just any fishing – you’ll find some of the best tiger muskie fishing at Bluewater Lake! Park Elevation 7,554 ft Activities Boating: […]
New Mexico River Adventures offers River Rafting, Kayaking, and Canoeing all over New Mexico. You can choose from our short single-day excursions, multiday adventures, or customize your own trip! New Mexico River Adventures specializes in Outdoor Adventures including Whitewater River Rafting, Canoeing, Kayaking, Hiking, Backpacking, Mountain Biking, Camping, Outfitting and Peak Climbing in the New […]
Rafting took a turn when we climbed “The Super Dome” and took a good spill. We were looking for an adventure and we sure as hell got it. Our awesome guide got the boat flipped upright and everyone safely back on board in no time. Thanks for the adventure, Josh! Shot on a GoPro Hero3+ […]
Racecourse at 600 cfs – July 21 New Mexico offers the outdoor enthusiast an abundance of year round mountain vacation and outdoor recreational opportunities. New Mexico Fishing, Hiking, Camping, Kayaking, Canoeing, Skiing, Huntingand Outdoor Sports. Summer, an ideal season for Mountain Vacations at one of our many State and National Parks, Hiking, Camping, Fly Fishing, Bass Fishing, Mountain Biking, Horseback Riding, Whitewater Rafting and exploring Native American Historical Sites. Spectacular mountain […]
Mountain ranges shape and define the landscape of New Mexico, contributing to the state’s natural beauty. Although we don’t have any fourteeners like our neighbor, Colorado, we come pretty close. Whether you’re interested in scaling New Mexico’s peaks or just want to admire them, here are some of the best mountains that our state has […]
Climb aboard our National Historic Landmark for a 64-mile day trip you’ll never forget. Our coal-fired steam engine carries you through steep mountain canyons, high desert, and lush meadows as you zig zag between the Colorado and New Mexico border. Open your eyes to spectacular and rare Western scenery which can only be viewed from […]
I took these photos of lakes high in the mountains of northern New Mexico over the last ten years. I share them here to inspire awe and wonder at the beauty of Nature. My hope in doing so is that you will be inspired to care for Mother Earth – and one another. There is […]
Shiprock New Mexico is a monadnock rising nearly 1,583 feet above the high-desert plain of the Navajo Nation in San Juan County, United States. Its peak elevation is 7,177 feet above sea level. It lies about 10.75 miles southwest of the town of Shiprock, which is named for the peak.
A compilation of my aerial filming of New Mexico. Includes Santa Fe, Albuquerque, Abiquiu, White Sands, Santa Fe National Forest, Aspen Vista, Chama, Cumbres & Toltec Railroad, Sandia Peak, Wagon Wheel, Pecos National Forest.
Authentic Navajo Rugs, Blankets and Weavings A good quality authentic Navajo rug is an heirloom investment, and will increase in value. Taos Trading Post does not trade antique Navajo weavings or museum quality Navajo tapestries of 80 or more wefts per running inch; either commanding up to $10,000 or more. Our strategy, is to cater […]
Rising from the heart of the Tularosa Basin is one of the world’s great natural wonders – the glistening white sands of New Mexico. Great wave-like dunes of gypsum sand have engulfed 275 square miles of desert, creating the world’s largest gypsum dunefield. White Sands National Monument preserves a major portion of this unique dunefield, […]
About 1.25 million years ago, a spectacular volcanic eruption created the 13-mile wide circular depression now known as the Valles Caldera. The preserve is known for its huge mountain meadows, abundant wildlife, and meandering streams. The area also preserves the homeland of ancestral native peoples and embraces a rich ranching history. Visit Valles Caldera National […]
Tucked away in the middle of New Mexico you’ll find Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument. The three sites offer a glimpse into a unique time in history. A time entrenched with cultural borrowing, conflict, and struggles. The now abandoned sites stand as reminders of the Spanish and Pueblo People’s early encounters. Salinas Pueblo Missions National […]
Petroglyph National Monument protects one of the largest petroglyph sites in North America, featuring designs and symbols carved onto volcanic rocks by Native Americans and Spanish settlers 400 to 700 years ago. These images are a valuable record of cultural expression and hold profound spiritual significance for contemporary Native Americans and for the descendants of […]
In the midst of piñon, juniper, and ponderosa pine woodlands of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains not far from Santa Fe, the remains of Indian pueblos stand as meaningful reminders of people who once prevailed. Pecos National Historical Park helps visitors explore the cultural exchange and geographic features that played such crucial roles in the […]
For thousands of years, groups of nomadic people used the caves of the Gila River as temporary shelter. In the late 1200’s, people of the Mogollon Culture decided it would be a good place to call home. They built rooms, crafted pottery and raised children in the cliff dwellings for about twenty years. Then the […]
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