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Ruidoso, New Mexico, is a quaint mountain village secluded in the Lincoln National Forest that offers so much to do all year round. Whether you’re visiting for a day, week, or longer, you can stay busy throughout your stay. Ruidoso’s forest landscape creates gorgeous outdoor event spaces like Wingfield Park. Live performances by America’s most famous talents can be seen at the Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort & Casino in neighboring Mescalero, New Mexico. Other live entertainment venues include Ruidoso Downs Racetrack & Casino, Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts, Ruidoso Convention Center, and many local restaurants. Find Ruidoso’s most popular annual events on our major events calendar.
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Best Golf Courses In and Around Ruidoso, NM (Public & Private)
Ruidoso offers seven golf courses ranging from public courses with daily rates to private championship layouts. The two main public options, Cree Meadows and The Links at Sierra Blanca, deliver quality play at 6,900 feet elevation, where cooler summers and mountain views make for excellent golfing conditions. Ruidoso's golf courses attract players seeking mountain elevation, scenic fairways, and cooler summer temperatures than most of New Mexico. Courses typically operate year-round, though winter conditions vary. This guide covers public courses you can play today, plus private options if you know a member. Ruidoso’s high-altitude climate makes it an ideal escape from… Read More RelatedTHINGS TO DO IN Ruidoso
There’s always something exciting happening in Ruidoso! Here at Ruidoso.com, we help you be in the know about new things to do and old favorites to experience again. Check this spot for the hottest ticket in town or insider tips on places to go and things to do.

Explore Nature at Bitter Lake National Wildlife Refuge near Roswell
Bitter Lake National Wildlife Refuge near Roswell, New Mexico, is only a 90-minute drive from Ruidoso along Highway 70/380 and makes an excellent day trip for nature lovers. The refuge’s many distinct ecosystems attract breeding and migrating birds like Lesser Sandhill Cranes and a wide variety of waterfowl and shorebirds and offer homes for one of the most diverse dragonfly populations in North America. On top of that, several species of animals are only found there. Let’s explore what makes Bitter Lake National Wildlife Refuge such a fascinating place to visit. Bitter Lake’s Geology We must start with geology to… Read More Related