Sonia’s guidebook
Sightseeing
Great place to take your kids. Did you know it is even able to be seen from space?
20 locals recommend
White Sands Visitor's Center
19955 US-70Great place to take your kids. Did you know it is even able to be seen from space?
Veterans Memorial Park
1251 N Roadrunner PkwyWhite Sands National Park is completely surrounded by the White Sands Missile Range. The park covers 145,762 acres in the Tularosa Basin. It is a 275 sq mi field of white sand dunes composed of gypsum crystals that can be seen from space.
244 locals recommend
White Sands National Monument
White Sands National Park is completely surrounded by the White Sands Missile Range. The park covers 145,762 acres in the Tularosa Basin. It is a 275 sq mi field of white sand dunes composed of gypsum crystals that can be seen from space.
Neighborhoods
Mesilla
Beautiful historic neighborhoods
Info
Sonoma Ranch Boulevard
Sonoma Ranch Boulevard
Walmart Neighborhood Market
150 Sonoma Ranch Blvd
Sonoma Ranch Golf Course
1274 Golf Club RdMy husband Peter and I are both Realtors. If you are considering relocating please let us know and we would be happy to help you find your next home in Las Cruces
Exit Realty Horizons
3519 Foothills RdMy husband Peter and I are both Realtors. If you are considering relocating please let us know and we would be happy to help you find your next home in Las Cruces
Food scene
Andele Restaurant
1950 Calle Del NorteGreat green enchiladas
Milagro Coffee Y Espresso
1733 E University AveGreat local coffee shop
Toucan Market
1701 East University AvenueLas Cruces version of Trader Joes
Golf
This is one of 4 golf coursed in Las Cruces. Each boasts a well-stocked pro shop and affordable grreens fees along wit the option to drive a cart, utilize a pull cart or carry your bag.
12 locals recommend
Red Hawk Golf Club
7502 Red Hawk Golf RoadThis is one of 4 golf coursed in Las Cruces. Each boasts a well-stocked pro shop and affordable grreens fees along wit the option to drive a cart, utilize a pull cart or carry your bag.
This is one of 4 golf coursed in Las Cruces. Each boasts a well-stocked pro shop and affordable grreens fees along wit the option to drive a cart, utilize a pull cart or carry your bag.
12 locals recommend
NMSU Golf Course
3000 Herb Wimberly DrThis is one of 4 golf coursed in Las Cruces. Each boasts a well-stocked pro shop and affordable grreens fees along wit the option to drive a cart, utilize a pull cart or carry your bag.
This is one of 4 golf coursed in Las Cruces. Each boasts a well-stocked pro shop and affordable grreens fees along wit the option to drive a cart, utilize a pull cart or carry your bag.
Picacho Hills Country Club
6861 Via CampestreThis is one of 4 golf coursed in Las Cruces. Each boasts a well-stocked pro shop and affordable grreens fees along wit the option to drive a cart, utilize a pull cart or carry your bag.
This is one of 4 golf coursed in Las Cruces. Each boasts a well-stocked pro shop and affordable grreens fees along wit the option to drive a cart, utilize a pull cart or carry your bag.
15 locals recommend
Sonoma Ranch Golf Course
1274 Golf Club RdThis is one of 4 golf coursed in Las Cruces. Each boasts a well-stocked pro shop and affordable grreens fees along wit the option to drive a cart, utilize a pull cart or carry your bag.
Annual Festivals
September is a great month to visit Las Cruces. The State Fair is a local favorite!
Southern New Mexico State Fair and Rodeo
12125 Robert Larson BlvdSeptember is a great month to visit Las Cruces. The State Fair is a local favorite!
A family tradition since 1999. New Mexico's original corn maze and pumpkin patch - and your place for outdoor fall fun! Navigate our giant corn maze, pick a pumpkin, take a hayride, or enjoy many of our numerous other activities! Mesilla Valley Maze is a great place for all ages.
Mesilla Valley Maze
3855 West Picacho AvenueA family tradition since 1999. New Mexico's original corn maze and pumpkin patch - and your place for outdoor fall fun! Navigate our giant corn maze, pick a pumpkin, take a hayride, or enjoy many of our numerous other activities! Mesilla Valley Maze is a great place for all ages.
Hiking
Beginning hikers will enjoy four miles of leisurely hiking trails. The trail offers desert vegetation, pinon juniper and oak woodlands, as well as a plethora of local wildlife. $5/vehicle
68 locals recommend
Dripping Springs Natural Area
15000 Dripping Springs RoadBeginning hikers will enjoy four miles of leisurely hiking trails. The trail offers desert vegetation, pinon juniper and oak woodlands, as well as a plethora of local wildlife. $5/vehicle
Experienced to advanced hiker will enjoy the many scenic views of the mountains and the Rio Grande Valley on the extensive, fee-free trail. Complete the trail to connect with Franklin Mountains State Park.
Sierra Vista Trail
Experienced to advanced hiker will enjoy the many scenic views of the mountains and the Rio Grande Valley on the extensive, fee-free trail. Complete the trail to connect with Franklin Mountains State Park.