Located in the mountains of Southern New Mexico, Ruidoso is a relaxing mountain community with fun and exciting things and do. Looking for the action and excitement that only a first rate horse track can pride, than head over to Ruidoso Downs Race Track, featuring some of the best Quarter Horse racing in the word all summer long. Or maybe you are looking to escape the hustle and bustle of the big city and spend a weekend relaxing at the Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort where you can enjoy or a round of golf in the morning and spend the rest of the day being pampered in the day spa. Ruidoso’s weather is also perfect for whatever outdoor activity you might be into. During the winter, ski the slopes of Ski Apache. With over 15 feet of snow fall annually, you can experience some of the best warm weather powder skiing in the country! Ruidoso is also home to the state-of-the-art Spencer Theatre for the Performing Arts hosting world class performers in a dramatic setting. And if you are looking for a way to take it all in, than take a drive along the Billy the Kid National Scenic Byway. The byway make a loop Lincoln Country allow visitors a chance to see the range of local attractions, historic locations and beautiful countryside. You can visit the towns of Capitan, Ruidoso Downs, Ft. Stanton and Lincoln as you make your way along the byway.

Climate
Ruidoso’s climate is mild with for distinct season – all perfect for seasonal outdoor recreation. Summer time temperatures peak in the low 90s with overnight lows in the 50s. Fall days are hard to beat with daytime highs in the 70s and very low 80s. The nighttime are begins to really cool down to the 40s. Winter is perfect sweater weather and idea for hitting the slopes. Nighttime dips to the teens and 20s, just right for snow fall and the days full of sunshine and hover in the 40s. Spring sees temperatures begin to climb back to the 50s and 60s, but the evenings are still cool with temperatures in the 40 range.