- Our list of the best things to do in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, features the top 79 nearby activities — including 39 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Rio Rancho, NM has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Museums & Galleries, Sights & Landmarks, and Adventures.
- The results below include the top 15 things to do within the city of Rio Rancho, NM , followed by 64 popular activities in nearby cities, including Albuquerque, Tijeras, Bernalillo, Sandia Park, Cedar Crest, Corrales, Isleta and Silver City
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109 S 4th Street, Tijeras, NM 87059
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Combining old west legends with a scenic riding tour, Great American Adventures - Historic Old West Horseback Rides allows riders to choose their mounts and learn about some of the old west's greatest heroes and stories.
17.5 Miles
At roughly 10,000 feet heigh, the Sandia Crest Byway allows visitors to take in panoramic views of the Rio Grande, Albuquerque, and the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Five life zones are covered on the way up the byway with several climbing switchbacks for a fun drive.
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39 Snowline Road, Cedar Crest, NM
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Cedar Crest Country Cottage and Stables offers a variety of horseback trail rides ranging from one to four hours in length. Trails lead through the Cibila National Forest among the Sandia mountains.
18.1 Miles
Rather than a standard museum collection the Tinkertown Museum houses 20,000 handcarved miniatures. Even the building itself is unique and creative since it is made of concrete and 55,000 glass bottles.
18.7 Miles
Artisans are put on display at the Tijeras Open-Air Arts Market. Arts, crafts, and live music events are held on the weekend at the market that is adjacent to the Just Imagine Gallery and Coffee House.
18.8 Miles
Near some of the best mountain biking in the area, Cedro Peak Campgrounds & Trails has access to horseback riding, ATV riding, two large group campsites that can accommodate 100 people, and many hiking trails.
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Bart's Trail
Cibola National Forest, Sandia Ranger District, Tijeras, NM 87059
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Recommended for intermediate level hikers, Bart's Trail is a trail that leads visitors towards the mountainous region of South Peak. The hike ascends quickly and provides visitors of a panoramic view of the surrounding area.
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Cibola National Forest, Sandia Ranger District, Tijeras, NM 87059
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Running for approximately 11 miles, the Embudito Trail features an elevation gain of roughly 3,000 feet to show scenic vistas of the surrounding area. The tough terrain of the trail makes it ideal for experienced hikers.
19.1 Miles
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Cibola National Forest, Sandia Ranger District, Tijeras, NM 87059
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Hawk Watch Trial is a hiking trial that was built by a non-profit organization named Hawk Watch. The trail takes anywhere from 1 to 2.3 hours to complete and the trail itself spans 2.5-miles in length.