MESA PRIETA

Over 70,000 petroglyphs adorn the basalt mesa north of Espanola. The Mesa Prieta project is in the process of documenting the wealth of images, with the Archaeological Conservancy managing the property. Tours are available.

PUYE CLIFF DWELLINGS

Once the inhabitants of Mesa Verde and Chaco migrated in the 1200s, they established numerous communities throughout northern New Mexico, including the cliff dwellings south of Espanola.

ROADTRIP | HIGHWAY 84

The 80 miles between Espanola and Chama is rich in natural beauty, art, history and culture. The Rio Grande rift rises to become the Colorado Plateau.

THE VALLES CALDERA

New Mexico's supervolcano in the Jemez Mountains is a fantastic place to explore. There are activities for the outdoor enthusiast and an intense geologic past for the geek inclined.

PECOS PUEBLO

Pecos Pueblo was at the crossroads of the trade routes between the pueblos, the plains tribes and the tribes further south. It was one of the largest pueblos in New Mexico when the Spanish arrived.

WHITE SANDS

This glistening white gypsum dunes are leftover from the ancient Permian Sea. For a uniquely New Mexico experience, go sledding and watch the sun set at White Sands.

HAWIKUH | POINT OF FIRST CONTACT

Coronado's legendary Cibola was actually the Zuni village of Hawikuh. Coronado arrived on their doorstep based on the lies of a Spanish priest, who insisted that the streets were paved with gold.

WORLD HERITAGE SITES

There are 23 UNESCO World Heritage sites in the United States. 3 of them are in New Mexico, more than any other state.

ALBUQUERQUE CHILE FIX

Looking for good chile in Albuquerque? Here are a few local restaurants that are either local favorites or hidden gems...all of whom specialize in chile.

RANCHO DE CHIMAYO'S ADOVADA

James Beard 2016 America's Classic Award Winner.