Ruidoso is situated in a great place to let you explore the Land of Enchantment that is New Mexico.  A high-desert oasis less than three hours from El Paso, Albuquerque and Santa Fe, the area boasts great skiing, fine shopping, proximity to history from Billy the Kid to the Trinity Site, where the first atomic bomb was exploded. And who can forget our alien friends in Roswell? 

Visitors can also experience great golfing, world-class horse racing in season at Ruidoso Downs, fishing, hiking, and -- of course -- casinos.  (Don't forget the new Inn of the Mountain Gods, either.)