By Troy M. Ainsworth, Ph.D. City of Las Cruces Historic Preservation Specialist In the 16th century, Spaniards crossed portions of present-day New Mexico for the first time. In the case of Alvar Núñez Cabeza de Vaca and his three fellow shipwrecked companions, Estevánico, Andrés Dorantes and Alonso…
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Please note, this hike was conducted earlier this year. View from Prehistoric Trackways National Monument.Located in the Robledo Mountains (elevation 5,280 ft), Prehistoric Trackways National Monument is a 15-20 minute drive northwest of Las Cruces and offers hiking, biking, horseback riding and…
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Hiking is a year-round activity in southern New Mexico. During the winter months temperatures dip just enough to offer relief to hikers looking to take on some of the area’s open trails. 1. Prehistoric Trackways National Monument https://www.instagram.com/p/BvheJO7nG7T/ Established in 2009…
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Sports enthusiasts, history buffs, art lovers and foodies. Looking for something new in 2020?. Whatever your passion, Las Cruces has it all right at your feet. The weather is near perfect, the natural resources are amazing and the people are super friendly. Explore Las Cruces and find your reason…
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Monuments to Main Street 2019 is Here! How do you like the sound of hiking the dunes under the glow of the full moon, sipping the best local wines during harvest season, or sampling the world’s best chile? Maybe enjoying the work of local artists, watching the latest in environmental films…
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