Adrian’s guidebook

This multi-use trail system, designed by the International Mountain Biking Association, was completed in 2014. Consisting of 5 trails totaling 18-miles, the trails are open to mountain biking, hiking and horseback riding. Please be courteous in interactions with fellow trail users.

Smokey Bear Historical Park was established in 1976 to honor Capitan’s favorite son, Smokey Bear. Nearly three decades earlier, Smokey was an orphaned little bear cub with burned paws, found in the aftermath of the Capitan Gap wildfire. Smokey Bear rose to fame as an icon for forest fire prevention and he lived in Washington, D.C.’s National Zoo for 26 years. When he passed away, the famous black bear was laid to rest in his hometown. His burial site is a special place within the Smokey Bear Historical Park.

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Flying J Ranch is a must see attraction, and needs to be on your list of things to do in Ruidoso. If you are looking for family attractions or things to do with a family in Ruidoso – The Flying J Ranch is the place to be. The Flying J Ranch Chuckwagon Suppers and Western Show was established in 1982.

The floating, inflatable platform is perfect for family fun, birthday parties, and special events. Come out for the day or purchase a season pass with swimming, boating, fishing, disc golf, and more also available at Grindstone Lake, located in the heart of Ruidoso.

Located in the scenic Sacramento Mountains of southern New Mexico Iand home to the World’s Richest Quarter Horse Race, the All American Futurity, Ruidoso Downs Racetrack is a place where generations of families have come to spend summers in the cool pines.