Northwestern New Mexico

Travel Guide

Visible from the parking lot a short walk will get you this closer vantage point.
Visible from the parking lot a short walk will get you this closer vantage point.
The Bisti Badlands in New Mexico are a place that seems to be out of this world. Stunning landscapes and stone formations everywhere. Only problem: It is in the middle of nowhere and you have to hike quite a little bit. There are no marked trails though. A GPS device is highly recommended. #GreatOutdoors
This strange formation is known as the King of Wings. Its location has been a well kept secret for a long time and is still hard to find. I want to keep it that way and will not provide the GPS coordinates of this gem. It is located somewhere in the Ah Shi Sle Pah. This photo was taken a couple minutes after sunset. #GreatOutdoors #Nature
Amazing cultural history of our past inhabitants in the Southwest.

Where to stay in Northwestern New Mexico

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Historic District

Unique features of Historic District include the historic sites and theaters. Make a stop by Gallup Cultural Center or El Morro Theatre while you're exploring the area.

Historic District
Hotel El Rancho

Hotel El Rancho

3 out of 5
1000 E. Hwy 66 Gallup NM
The price is P5,949 per night from Feb 18 to Feb 19
P5,949
P6,871 total
Feb 18 - Feb 19
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gallup. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,354 reviews)
Fun place with lots of history and beautiful decorations. Fun facts about their history and even a hidden room. Nice renovation so I understand recently and the hotel looks very nice. Our room was comfortable and well decorated. Very clean. Small bathroom as it is a historic building but we had everything ...

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026

Hotel El Rancho
Sonesta ES Suites Albuquerque

Sonesta ES Suites Albuquerque

3 out of 5
3300 Prospect Ave Ne Albuquerque NM
The price is P5,045 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
P5,045
P5,833 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Albuquerque. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,079 reviews)
The staff was lovely, helpful and very accommodating.

Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026

Sonesta ES Suites Albuquerque
The Querque Hotel

The Querque Hotel

3 out of 5
1760 Menaul Rd NE Albuquerque NM
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Albuquerque. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (5,002 reviews)
Clean. Comfortable. Affordable.

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026

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Outdoorsy Bayfield

Outdoorsy Bayfield

2 out of 5
41743 US HWY 160 Bayfield CO
Stay at this campground in Bayfield. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Los Pinos River and Eagle Park are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (80 reviews)
Great glamping tent. Clean and furnished well. No TV, but hey, it's glamping. A little drafty but still very comfy. The lady I dealt with there was the nicest ever. Would do it again.

Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026

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Popular places to visit

Winter in the Bisti Badlands

Bisti/De-Na-Zin Wilderness

Explore the great outdoors at Bisti/De-Na-Zin Wilderness, a lovely green space in Bloomfield. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.

Bisti/De-Na-Zin Wilderness
Amazing Pueblo development that was built around 1100 AD and took about 30 years to build. Over 500 rooms and as much 4 stories high, some of stoneworks were restored in early 1930’s.

Aztec Ruins National Monument

Rich with history, Aztec Ruins National Monument is a cultural attraction worth visiting in Aztec. You'll find more to see and do in this family-friendly area.

Aztec Ruins National Monument

Route 66 Casino

Why not try your luck with a visit to Route 66 Casino during your travels in Laguna? Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its lively festivals.

Route 66 Casino

Mesa de Cuba Badlands

You can take time to visit Mesa de Cuba Badlands during your travels to Cuba. Take in the festivals while you're in the area.

Mesa de Cuba Badlands

Animas Valley Mall

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Animas Valley Mall during your trip to Farmington. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Animas Valley Mall

Sun Ray Park and Casino

Why not try your luck with a visit to Sun Ray Park and Casino during your time in Farmington? While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Sun Ray Park and Casino
The Cumbres & Toltec is a 3 ft narrow-gauge scenic railroad running for 64 miles between Antonito, Colorado and Chama, New Mexico. Fall scenic tours book fast, plan ahead if you want to catch a ride! #ADVENTURE

Chama

Durango - Purgatory which includes street scenes, night scenes and a city

Durango

Window rock in Arizona, USA

Window Rock

FOUR CORNERS MONUMENT, USA

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