A Winter to Remember in Santa fe county
There's something about winter in Santa Fe County. It's not just the soft, powdery snow that blankets our mountains or the sun-drenched days and dark, starry nights. And it's not just the blend of rich cultural traditions, or the sublime skiing and world-class spas. It's all of these things, and more, that combine to make the season here both magical and memorable. So plan a trip to Santa Fe County for a winter you'll remember. Read on to discover some must-dos when you visit.
Adventures Along the Turquoise Trail
Out along the Turquoise Trail, a remarkable journey awaits. Traveling this National Scenic Byway takes you back through the ages, where prehistoric geology blends with a millennium of mining history. From a spectacular state park to the colorful town of Madrid, you'll travel in the footsteps of ancient miners, gold prospectors and coal miners. Experience Spanish Colonial life in early New Mexico at a celebrated living history museum and visit a sculpture garden created by a renowned Native American artist.
Santa Fe County’s Summer Scene
Summer in Santa Fe County offers a feast for all the senses, from colorful cultural celebrations to extraordinary markets and one of the world’s leading summer opera festivals. A steady parade of summer festivals at a treasured living history museum celebrates the region’s many cultures and heritages. As summer winds down, things heat up when athletes from around the world compete in New Mexico’s fastest, and breathtakingly scenic, marathon.