I have came here with my church group every year for the past 3 years they have been very nice to…read moreus and the camp is always clean and beautiful

One of the most relaxing places on earth. I have been visiting this camp since I was in elementary…read moreschool. The views are breathtaking deep in the mountains. The staff are amazing! I would live here if I could, in fact, I did for two summers!

Trustworthy service. Brought my 16 yo Trek 3500 in for a much needed tune up. 10 days was…read moreunexpectedly short wait! Ride is great.

Excellent bike shop. Wallace and his co-worker (didn't get her name) were extremely helpful and so…read morefriendly. Wallace answered all of my technical questions about my full suspension bike I was traveling with, explained in great detail things I wasn't aware of, tuned her up, and readjusted my suspension specifically for me on the local trails. After a week of beating down my bike on super chunky trails in southern Utah, Wallace re-torqued and tightened my bike and had me ready to ride. I've been to many well known bike shops throughout Utah and this small shop in Ruidoso stands out. A+. They have real bike tools and equipment for real riders as well as great fitting t-shirts with an awesome shop logo if you're like me and grab a t-shirt from memorable bike shops while traveling. Thanks Pinnacle. See you guys soon!

I had been wanting to do a Balloon Fiesta kayak/SUP trip for awhile now. Cody, and his wife Karen,…read morewere really knowledgeable throughout this SUP trip about anything paddleboarding, about the river, how the company came to be and its name (it's "just Mountain Standard Time"), etc. He has tours almost year round from snowshoeing/ brewery, mountain biking, birding, and photography tours. Because of traffic, we left the parking lot about 6:15 am and returned just after 11. The water levels were low, but the SUP's did just fine in most areas. The cost of the trip was definitely worth it. We had about 14 in our group. And since the tour was only running the first week of balloon fiesta, it sold out less than a week after being advertised and I didn't get a chance to ask others if they wanted to go as well (but it was totally fine solo and everyone was friendly and welcoming). I didn't want to get wet, so I didn't try standing up for a first timer, but I feel like this trip gave me more courage to try standing next time and trying something new. The highlight of the trip was being able to see a few balloons splash n'dash. Also, Cody and Karen arranged a nice little setup with a paddleboard balanced on two buckets with a tablecloth over for a little breakfast of mimosas, a fire for s'mores, assorted granola bars, and hot water in a thermos for hot chocolate and coffee while we waited and watched for the balloons. I'd definitely go again (and wake up at 4 am). 2022 #41

The booking experience was easy, and instructions to meet the day of super easy. The owner is an…read moreamazing human being. This tour is so well worth it! Not to mention seeing beautiful Albuquerque from a different perspective.

We rented again from Gator this week, my wife and I, two bikes for road riding in and around…read moreAlbuquerque. This is the fourth time we've rented from him going back to (I think) 2012, even before he had the physical store site, during our periodic visits for a winter/spring warm up. Obviously something keeps us coming back to rent with Bikesmith: * They definitely have the best rental bikes in town if you want to do a reasonably serious ride; * Gator goes out of his way to make sure that things are right; just a likeable guy in general.

Did not show for our appointment, guaranteed by a credit card…read more Has not replied to numerous attempts to communicate since Would recommend not trusting this person Where do all the good reviews originate?

San Lorenzo Canyon near Lemitar, NM. To get there, take…read moreI-25, if going north from Socorro, exit 156 to Lemitar, at the stop sign, turn left and go under I-25, then turn right on the frontage road. On Google map, search for Bee Chama Honey, go north toward it, once pass Bee Chama Honey, keep going north till the end of the road, turn left onto dirt road, you will then see the San Lorenzo Canyon sign. Follow the sign until about 4.5 mi later, you will see a big brown sign, turn right and it will take you into the canyon driving trail. Enjoy!

A great day trip to explore some interesting rock formations and a small spring that has the…read morepotential for seeing wildlife. You may have to ask the locals in order to find it but as you get closer there are signs.

This is my favorite place ever, In all of New Mexico -…read moreBirds Water Dog friendly And the Rio, Rio, Rio

I spent a week in New Mexico recently and I took a couple of hours to hike the Mesa View Trail…read more While the Visitor Center was closed, it was still staffed and a magenta-coiffed young woman was very helpful. The hummingbird feeders at the Visitor Center attracted numerous colorful hummingbirds. The Mesa View Trail was a moderate hike for me, but there are a couple steep inclines, including one with steps recently charred by a "controlled" burn. The views are spectacular. A recent rain had the wildflowers blooming. I highly recommend visiting Sevilleta National Wildlife Refuge and hiking the Mesa View Trail.

in New Mexico i've visited the site on February twenty first and twenty second of this year , 2026…read more Established in 1939 by President Franklin D. Roosevelt, Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge in New Mexico was created to protect, restore, and provide a vital migratory stopover for sandhill cranes, geese, and ducks. Spanning 57,331 acres (30 000 are wilderness), the area has a deep history, having been a home to the Piro people and later named for the Apache tribes that used the riverside forest. The name means "woodland of the Apache" in Spanish, acknowledging the region's historical use by Prior to the 1600s, the Piro people lived in the area, with archeological sites like Qualu indicating substantial early settlements. The area was part of the El Camino Real de Tierra Adentro (Royal Road of the Interior Land), with Spanish caravans passing through the vicinity. It's not too far from the Salinas missions. The refuge was officially established in 1939 to conserve migratory birds, particularly after populations had dwindled due to habitat loss. It is famous for playing a critical role in the recovery of the sandhill crane population and serves as a winter home for thousands of waterfowl. It has become an income producer for the hotels. RV's parks and restaurants in the area. It helps rural New Mexico, like many parks in the country, help rural areas. Rep. Vasquez, a New Mexico Congressman stated the consequences of the cancellation of the annual Festival of the Cranes, a major cultural and economic event that typically brings $2 to $3 million in revenue to Socorro County and contributes to the refuge's broader $15.8 to $17 million annual economic impact to the rural area. Like most parks , it's hanging on having had its funding gutted by the recent federal government. Sadly , it's going from forty five staff to ten , which includes several volunteers. There's only two staff assigned to the water management of the wetlands now. They've been able to keep the Visitor Center open with volunteers and a staff member. as it helps provide information and some income from souvenirs. Quite frankly , it almost makes me weep with the amount of intentional destruction that the federal government caused. That's my opinion and I hope and pray that they'll survive to have some funding restored.

The park can see lot of snow geese and sandhill cranes. But at 7am, the temperature only 21degree…read more If you like to watching or taking pictures, you will not be disappointed in here. It is a good place to watch migration. Birds in February.

Water, water, water! Bring at least 3 litters of water. You will not have any left over. It is a…read moretrue kickass hike! The last time I did it I was scrambling up a steep rock face, and there was a gentleman waiting for me at the top of the rock face who encouraged me by saying, "you are almost at the crash site!" When I told him that I knew because I had been there before, he responded in amazement and asked, "why the heck did you come back?!" Yep, for many, it is that kind of hike! I believe it is rated at 4.8 out of 5 in difficulty, and by the time you finish the last half mile or so you will probably agree. Download a topographic trail (i.e. AllTrails) map on your phone, and you might need to bring an extra power source, because your phone may drain down searching for a cell signal while you lay down electronic breadcrumbs on the digital map. However, there are two places where it is almost guaranteed that you will miss a turn, and add some "bonus" miles. You definitely don't need "bonus " miles on this hike. You pass through at least 2-3 biomes as you ascend and descend. It's an interesting hike, but be prepared to give yourself a pep talk or two along the way Up. Also, expect your legs to be shaky by the bottom. Decending is a lot of eccentric contractions, which only fire about half the muscle fibers as concentric contractions. You can fact check that yourself. This is a hike to build up to. Remember - the best rescue is a self rescue! Have fun, be smart, and be safe.

First off the address is not correct. The trail is Trail #230 Domingo Baco. This is a hard trail…read more We made it past the crash site but then lost the trail we made it to the top but I do not think we were on the trail at that point. A storm was brewing so we opted to turn around. We ended up with just under 6 miles one way and roughly 3k feet of elevation. The storm popped over the mountain quickly so we were glad we were on our way down when the bottom fell out and the hail started. I was shocked that so much of the plane was still there. It was a very eerie site to see especially for someone who flys often. Great trail, very physical but not impossible as I am 56 and made it. Beautiful trail with a lot of variety. The size of the trees up there shocked me. Oh yes and beware of the briars at the top. Didn't pay attention as I was struggling to climb up a decent rock face and at the top break over point I grabbed and they grab back. Again I think at this point I was off the trail.

The Sandia Mountains in New Mexico are an absolute showstopper. From the moment I started the drive…read moreup the scenic Tramway, the views just kept getting better--rolling deserts giving way to lush forests and jagged peaks that stretch toward the sky. At the top, the panoramic vistas take your breath away. Whether hiking, snapping photos, or just soaking in the cool mountain air, it feels like you're on top of the world. The sunsets? Legendary. Friendly hikers, peaceful trails, and that feeling of being totally unplugged make Sandia Mountains a must-visit. Five stars for pure natural magic.

Such a treasure of the Southwest! I've spent countless hours hiking the foothills and along the rim…read moreand the views never get old! A true gem of our city!