- TripBuzz discovered 22 different types of activities for couples in the Ruidoso area, including Casinos (like Casino Apache), Horseback Riding (like Grindstone Stables), Maze (like Mountain Maze) and Horse Races (like Ruidoso Downs), and much more.
- We discovered a total of 16 date ideas in or near Ruidoso, New Mexico, including 2 fun or romantic activities in nearby cities within 25 miles like Capitan and Ruidoso Downs.
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Located at the popular horse racing mecca, Ruidoso Downs, the Billy the Kid Casino provides visitors with gaming action and plentiful food and beverage options. The casino features a wide-variety of slot, video poker, and video blackjack machines.
3.4 Miles
When visiting Ruidoso, taking a side trip to visit the Free Spirits at Noisy Water should be on your list of things to do. The eight life-size, bronze statues of galloping horses are displayed in a park-like setting and provide a perfect photo opportunity.
3.4 Miles
With a collection of horse-drawn wagons and carriages, the Museum of the Horse contains many horse-related items including saddles, chaps and a horse statue. It also houses collections of art and guns as well as a photo exhibit.
1.1 Miles
The Mountain Maze attempts to form a real-life interactive maze game. The giant arrangement allows guests to search for four checkpoints and then eventually find a way out of the extensive outdoor human maze.
3.2 Miles
Established on May 27, 1873, by President Ulysses S. Grant the Mescalero Apache Reservation is home to Mescalero Apache Native Americans. The reservation has a golf course, casino, a ski facility and several places to stay.
3.7 Miles
The world's richest quarter-horse race is held at the Ruidoso Downs Race Track. The Turf Club on the second level allows guests to have their own waiter or waitress for food and refreshments, private betting windows, and an overarching view of the track.
15.8 Miles
The Visitors Center at the Smokey Bear Historical Park features exhibits about forest health, forest fires, and fire ecology. Outdoor exhibits display six of the vegetative life zones in New Mexico, and there are also picnic areas and a playground.
25.3 Miles
Open throughout the year, the Rim Trail is just over 31 miles in total length. Multiple smaller routes are accessible at the trailhead for shorter trips, and the entire trail network is available for hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking.
26.1 Miles
The Trestle Recreation Area features six hiking trails of moderate difficulty. These trails range from a quarter mile to eight miles long and average an elevation of 8,000 feet. Available activities include picnicking, hiking, and biking.
26.1 Miles
Owned by a local pastel artist, visitors at Cloudcroft Gallery can enjoy the work of the regional artists displayed here. These pieces of art are made from wood, art, glass, ceramics, and other mediums.