Welcome to the Turquoise Trail
The perfect day trip linking Santa Fe and Albuquerque!
Venture off the freeway and onto the Turquoise Trail National Scenic Byway, and you'll see what we mean. The Scenic and Historic Area encompasses 15,000 square miles in the heart of central New Mexico, linking Albuquerque and Santa Fe. The drive is approximately 50 miles along Highway 14. Enjoy a breathtaking view from atop Sandia Crest, then drive back into history through the mining towns of Golden, Madrid, and Cerrillos, now coming alive with art, crafts, theater, music, museums and restaurants.
Featured Stops & Shops
Cerrillos Hills State Park
Hike, bike or horseback ride scenic trails. Visit historic mine pits. Programs offered year-round.
The Mine Shaft Tavern and Cantina
Madrid's Historic Tavern with a deck overlooking town serving lunch & dinner with a full bar. Winner of the Santa Fe Green Chile Cheeseburger Smackdown!…
Shugarman’s Little Chocolate Shop
Organic ingredients and exotic flavors leave you begging for more at this hidden chocolate oasis. Open Wednesday to Sunday 11 am - 5 pm.
Hat Ranch Gallery
Destination art gallery where you can relax, explore and enjoy fine art in a unique and authentic experience. Oils, acrylics, pastels, bronzes and rare…
Cowgirl Red
In the middle of Madrid, New Mexico. Vintage Western - Cowboy Boots - Fine Art - Native American Jewelry.
Construction Alert
Details about roadway construction on NM 14Upcoming Event
KMRD 96.9 FM Madrid Community Radio
Everyday between Jan 1 - Dec 31Independent, non-commercial, listener-supported, volunteer-run, freeform, community radio from Madrid, NM!
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