The Organ Mountain House Guidebook
Sightseeing
Shopping at boutiques with local goods like jewelry and pecans. Historic buildings like the Double Eagle (careful, it's haunted).
20 locals recommend
Mesilla Plaza
2170 Calle De ParianShopping at boutiques with local goods like jewelry and pecans. Historic buildings like the Double Eagle (careful, it's haunted).
Check out the mountains right around sunset time to see them change from grays, to pinks, to purples.
26 locals recommend
Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument
15000 Dripping Springs RoadCheck out the mountains right around sunset time to see them change from grays, to pinks, to purples.
Aguirre Spring Campground
Aguirre Springs RoadPerfect spot for a quick day hike.
White Sands National Monument
Make sure you are there for the sunset!
Food scene
Farmers & Crafts Market of Las Cruces
221 N Main StWe always visit the kettle corn stand!
We LOVE the green chile chicken enchiladas. Nate orders his with an egg over medium.
44 locals recommend
Andele Restaurant
1950 Calle Del NorteWe LOVE the green chile chicken enchiladas. Nate orders his with an egg over medium.
Yummy curry and Pad Thai! Don't skip the Mango and Sticky Rice dessert.
7 locals recommend
Renoo’s Thai Time
16151 U.S. 70Yummy curry and Pad Thai! Don't skip the Mango and Sticky Rice dessert.
La Posta De Mesilla
2410 Calle De San AlbinoAmazing atmosphere and yummy food!
Matteo’s Mexican Food
1001 E University AveSoo many delicious agua frescas to choose from!
We love the Dion's special. The subs are good too. They have the best Ranch dressing on the planet. Take home a bottle of Green Chile ranch to savor your trip to New Mexico at home.
9 locals recommend
Dion's
3950 E Lohman AveWe love the Dion's special. The subs are good too. They have the best Ranch dressing on the planet. Take home a bottle of Green Chile ranch to savor your trip to New Mexico at home.
We love literally everything on their menu. But we always tell people they have to try the Beef Flauta. You'll only need one, it's huge!
6 locals recommend
Ranchway BBQ & Mexican Food
640 N Valley DrWe love literally everything on their menu. But we always tell people they have to try the Beef Flauta. You'll only need one, it's huge!
Traveler advice
What to pack
Bring layers!
If you're planning a visit in "fall" bring layers. Southern New Mexico doesn't really have a true fall. It's typical to have very chilly mornings and blazing hot afternoons.
Customs and culture
Farmer's Market
We are pretty proud of our Farmer's Market. It is definitely a must check out. But can also be crowded. Expect to have to walk a few blocks from your parking spot.
Useful phrases
Red or Green?
It's our state's question; red chile or green chile? If you're unsure, ask your server which is hotter at the moment. Also for those who can't decide, ask for "Christmas style" which is both red and green chile!
Traveling with kids
Kids activities
There's a park located on the street just west of the Organ Mountain House, on Second street. The Museum of Nature & Science is always a fun visit. Another favorite is the Las Cruces Railroad Museum.