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Ruidoso, New Mexico, is found in the Southern Rocky Mountains, where the towering Sierra Blanca rises above the village. Camping and hiking in the pristine forest is the great attraction for nature lovers and back packers. Sporting activities are very popular and there are some interesting museums and art galleries well worth a look-in.
Ruidoso is also filled with the ghosts of the famous and infamous lawmen, outlaws, and warriors, who lived, shot, rode, and fought, their way into the history books and hearts of the people. Ruidoso has been home to Billy the Kid, Kit Carson, “Black Jack” Pershing, the Buffalo Soldiers, and Smokey Bear.
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Billy the Kid National Scenic Byway – This nationally designated historic byway leads through the rugged beauty of the Lincoln National Forest, following the ghosts of Billy the Kid, and his famous fellow countrymen of the era.
The Lincoln National Forest – This magnificent reserve, where Smokey the Bear was born, offers incredible scenic views, natural caves to explore, fishing in the pristine waters of the spring fed streams, and cross-country skiing.
Billy the Kid’s Hideout - Dowlin’s Historic Old Mill, 641 Sudderth. Built in 1868, the oldest building in Ruidoso has seen a great deal of history. Billy the Kid was hidden in one of the flour barrels when running from the law, it has been a grist mill, saw mill, general store, blacksmith shop, and at one time a place to buy ‘moonshine’.
Free Spirits at Noisy Water – Located at the Museum of the Horse in Ruidoso, is the world’s largest equine sculpture. Named ‘Free Spirits at Noisy Water’ by artist Dave McGary, the free spirits are the eight galloping horses depicted in this bronze masterpiece, and the noisy water is the translation of Ruidoso. Standing 36 feet tall, and 255 feet long, this magnificent acknowledgement of the power and spirit of the horse depicts seven classic breeds, one with a foal.
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Farley’s – 1200 Mechem. This is a great place to kick back and settle down for some wood fired pizza, beers, or tequilas. Enjoy!
Bonney's Restaurant – Located on Sudderth Drive, this restaurant serves a varied menu, with generous portions, at a reasonable price.
Mountain Annie’s – at 2710 Sudderth Drive, this full-service restaurant offer casual dining and barbequing, and is a great place to take the entire family.
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