Take in the lakeside beauty of Ruidoso
The area's temples and monuments are just some of the reasons to come on holiday to Ruidoso. This city's casino gaming, lake and mountain views draw many visitors. A holiday rental can help make your stay complete—many rentals come with a full kitchen and laundry facilities.
Activities and attractions in and around Ruidoso
Are you searching for top things to see and do in the area? You'll be sure to enjoy Ruidoso for its skiing and horse riding. Venture out of your cosy holiday rental and experience everything that Ruidoso has to offer. Here are some of the major attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Pillow's Funtrackers (1.6 mi / 2.6 km)
- The Links at Sierra Blanca (1.9 mi / 3 km)
- Ruidoso Downs Racetrack (4.1 mi / 6.7 km)
- Ruidoso Winter Park (4.4 mi / 7.1 km)
- Ski Apache (7.6 mi / 12.3 km)
- Cree Medows Public Golf Course (0.9 mi / 1.5 km)
Exploring the mountains and other natural features in Ruidoso
Whether you're an active traveller or just want to take in the scenery, Ruidoso is a great place to get outside. Here are a few of the area's most stunning features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Grindstone Lake (0.9 mi / 1.4 km)
- Wingfield Park (0.5 mi / 0.8 km)
- Free Spirits at Noisy Water (3.9 mi / 6.2 km)
- Bonito Lake (9.1 mi / 14.6 km)
- Smokey Bear Historical Park (15.9 mi / 25.6 km)
- Fort Stanton (14.3 mi / 23.1 km)
Seasonal weather averages in Ruidoso
Ruidoso is well known for its skiing. If you've planned your trip around snowy activities, consider visiting in March, November, January or February, when snowfall averages 5 cm and temperatures average 3°C.
Travelling to and around Ruidoso
Fly into Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional), the closest airport, located 12.3 mi (19.7 km) from the city centre.