Located on the intersection where US-80 splits from US-380, there is a sign pointing the way to a…read morehistorical marker. Not being one to miss an opportunity, I stopped to check it out. The park area is easily accessible even though there is some road work nearby. I had no trouble getting my sprinter van into the rest area and out again. The park has very little shade and I would not recommend venturing into the scrub grass lest you encounter the local wildlife. The park has a sign with local history of Lincoln NM and the "Beautiful Hondo Valley" of which I would not disagree. It is very scenic here and I suggest you make the stop. [Review 17463 overall - 73 in New Mexico - 981 of 2022.]

My family and I recently purchased a home in Ruidoso and have started living here part time. We…read moreheard from one of the other locals about a Friday morning breakfast from 8-9:30 for only $1, so we figured we would check it out. For only a $1, we had super low expectations, but were actually blown away! We were served a homestyle breakfast which included scrambled eggs, hash browns, ham slices, toast with all the fixings, and even fresh apples! Coffee and water are included or you can pay an extra $.50 for orange juice. We will be making this a regular tradition and likely donating a little extra to keep this program alive and well. They had oldies music playing in the background as well. We were told that earlier in the morning they had pancakes and beans as well, so now we'll make more of an effort to arrive earlier. The community center staff are very friendly and welcoming and I was impressed with all the various offerings they have, including an American Mahjong group which I will most definitely be joining.

My brother and his wife got married here last December. It was a really large place and perfect for…read morethe ceremony and dancing and the reception afterwards. There was a really large kitchen that made it easier to serve the delicious food that had been prepared by the bride's mother, brother and friends.

Stopped here for stamps. I loved their innovative/hysterical take on a ring bell for service…read morehonker. The clerk was funny, kind, and helpful. Great customer service.

This is Apache Summit on US-70 which has an elevation of 7591 feet. The road here is two lanes on…read moreeach side with a wide breakdown lane where you can stop to read the marker and maybe take a photo. The marker reads, "Sierra Blana, a complex ancient volcano, rises more than 7300 feet above Tularosa Basin to peak at 12,003 feet. Vertical geologic movement between ranges and basin is about 2 miles. San Andres Mountains on west side of Tularosa Basin are uplifted on east side and tilted westward. Elevation 4,670 feet." The majority of the Sierra Blanca range is within the Lincoln National Forest, and part of this is protected as the White Mountain Wilderness Area. Much of the southern half of the range, including the summit of Sierra Blanca Peak, is within the Mescalero Apache Indian Reservation. The peak is sacred to the Mescalero Apache, and requires a permit from the tribe for access. Sierra Blanca is a massive complex of volcanic rocks, including pyroclastic materials, lava flows, and intrusions. An ancient and heavily eroded volcanic pile, it is the largest mid-Tertiary volcanic complex east of the Rio Grande, with an estimated volume of erupted products of 185 cubic miles. Eruptions began about 38 million years ago, and extended over a twelve-million-year period. [Review 17466 overall - 76 in New Mexico - 984 of 2022.]

The best place to stay in an RV. It was heaven for me! This is nature at its best. From the flora…read moreand fauna, to the animals around (horses, birds, elks, etc) and most especially - the night skies! A much deserved perfect 5 stars. Unforgettably memorable.

DEFINITELY A MUST SEE! Brad took me to this amazing spot on top of the mountain above the clouds!…read moreAbsolutely breathtaking! 360 degrees of unobstructed views. You will need to drive 5 miles up the mountain to reach the top and by the way this is on a dirt road. We made it in a car so just be extra careful and you should be just fine. You will feel on top of the world!

today's date 6-13-24. I've been here 25 years and always enjoyed the library. The computers,…read morevideos, and books. they've always been very helpful.

They do a book sale the first saturday of every month. You can fill up bags at $5 each! I managed…read moreto fill 2 bags and if I had stuck around longer, probably could have filled another one. Great opportunity for books if you live there or are passing through at the right time. One warning though, Capitan is small enough that a lot of places (this sale included) are cash only, so stop at an ATM first.

Ample parking available. There were even a few spots available in the shade of trees. Location is…read moreclose to town, so it is worth stopping by to get a free map of the trails. We spoke to the ranger, a middle-aged man, very fit, with chiseled facial features and a snarky attitude. Upon inquiring about some shorter, less challenging trails, his response was, "Well all of our trails are pretty much moderate to difficult. This isn't like walking in the mall in Houston". Right, thanks for that tidbit of useless information. How about the next time one of the hundred tourists with Texas plates strolls through the door, you give them a free map and point out the legend on the separate flyer that rates each trail by difficulty and mileage, and wave them off with a, "Good day!" The park service definitely doesn't pay him for his great customer service skills, but thank you to Ranger Rick...or maybe Ranger Dick for at least handing us the free map so we could be on our way on some of those "mall in Houston" hikes.

Went here for a map and they were super helpful! The Ranger even gave my son some fun Smokey the…read moreBear goodies!

Knowledgeable staff. Quick, fast, and worth the money for 0-5 minute wait! Also, the waiting room…read morewas spacious and comfortable with a big window.

This is the first time I have ever been to a DMV office that was so courteous, but professional…read more and friendly. I had 4 vehicles that had to be transferred to New Mexico plates. They were happy to help us. This to me reflects on their office and the Village of Ruidoso. Thank you to the staff. Karen Mcbride