Most of the attractions near your Rio Rancho vacation rental are found down in Albuquerque, just a few minutes' drive away. If you miss the famous Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, you can explore the event's permanent museum year-round. There's a selection of fascinating museums to explore. Science buffs should be sure to visit the National Museum of Nuclear Science & History, which chronicles the development of the atomic bomb. Alternatively, the Albuquerque Museum of Art and History sits just off Route 66 and showcases a large collection of art and cultural artifacts from New Mexico.
There are few places as scenic as the surrounding desert and mountain terrain for hiking and mountain biking. Just minutes down the road, you can access some impressive hiking trails for all abilities. For a great introduction to this unique landscape, try the Paseo del Bosque Trail, a 15-mile route used by resident cyclists and walkers in the know. Alternatively, you can feel like you're in the Wild West when you saddle up your horse to gallop along the rocky desert paths. Tingley Beach hugs the Rio Grande River and provides ample free fishing spots in the park's ponds.
Whether you stay in a Rio Rancho vacation rental during the summer or winter, you can expect sunny skies. In fact, this high-desert area of New Mexico has 310 clear days every year. You may be surprised to hear that there are seasons here, though not as distinct as you might find in, say, New York. The summers are sizzling, but,between September and November, the climate can be wonderfully warm without being overbearing. In the winter, it's not uncommon for the region to receive a light dusting of snow, but don't let this put you off visiting.
The Cibola National Forest rises dramatically out of the flat desert landscape and is home to an astonishing number of species. Just a short drive from your Rio Rancho vacation rental, you'll have 1.6 million acres of pristine mountain forest which tower up over 11,000 feet. When you hike along the forested trails, you'll likely spot herds of elk and mule deer. While it's not common, if you're lucky you may even catch a glimpse of a bobcat or black bear and, if you've brought your binoculars, point them into the sky to see circling raptors.
The nearest airport is in Albuquerque, NM (ABQ-Albuquerque Intl. Sunport), located 13.3 mi (21.4 km) from the city center.
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