By Kirsten Rodgers We all know that we need a good date with our dog every once in a while. Playing fetch and rolling in the dirt are great past times, but sometimes we need to switch it up! Luckily, Las Cruces has several different things that both you and your pup will enjoy for a special doggy…
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Kilbourne Hole Volcanic Crater is an opportunity to witness thousands of years of history. More than an hour southwest of Las Cruces, Kilbourne Hole the Bureau of Land Management describes it as “a remnant of an ancient volcanic explosion.” The spot became a National Natural Landmark in 1975. It is…
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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. These trails also highlight the importance of venturing out to #SafeOpenSpaces to enjoy the outdoors while…
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Prize packs include, but are not limited the items pictured. Discover all the great hikes and amazing businesses right in your own backyard. Visit Las Cruces' Hiking and Hospitality invites you to create the perfect Las Cruces experience by pairing your favorite outdoor trails with a visit to a…
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Social distance in the great outdoors Towering nearly 9,000 ft., the Organ Mountains serve as an awe-inspiring backdrop for Las Cruces. The mountain range is ripe for exploring and is the namesake for the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument established six years ago. The monument also…
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Baylor Canyon Road stretches north to south, bordering the Organ Mountains. Popular in the spring as a way to access the poppies in bloom, the road is also a scenic way to get from one side of town to another. The views offer an up-close look at the towering Organ Mountains, as well as the entire…
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In celebration of National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW), which takes place now through Friday, May 9, Visit Las Cruces will highlight the tourism industry in our community with a social media contest, fun facts, and travel-themed activities which will be released throughout the week on social…
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New Mexico Highway 28 travels from Mesilla, NM to north El Paso, TX. Running alongside the Rio Grande, the drive is one of the more widely-known, traveled highways in the area. It's popularity is due in large part to the Stahmann Farms pecan orchards. The trees have grown over the roadway, making…
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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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