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Situated ideally at the center between the Lincoln National Forest to the south and the northeast and the Valley of Fires State Park to the northwest, Ruidoso is a still-sleepy mountain town despite its recent growth and popularity with tourists. The majestic Sierra Blanca towers over the city, tempting snow bunnies to the slopes of nearby Ski Apache. The race track at Ruidoso Downs and the casino at the Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort promise chance and adventure of a different sort.
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“Nice Hotel”

Hotel Ruidoso

4 of 5 stars
queeni814
Longview, Tx
Jul 17, 2009

Overall nice hotel-stayed there for several days while on vacation. The king room was a nice size, plenty of room for 2 people. Bathroom was nice & clean. Good location for Ruidoso & overall property...more

“Best food in Ruidoso”

Willmon's Prime Grille

5 of 5 stars
pzlgrl
texas
Jul 16, 2009

Came to this restaurant on our last day in Ruidoso. Were very pleased with food. Ordered Lobster, Mac w/gruyere and Ribeye with herbed mashed potatoes. Both very good regarding portions and...more

“Great for Ruidoso”

Michelena's Italian Restaurant

5 of 5 stars
Jaekim06
Alpine, TX
Jul 15, 2009

Now, I've been to a lot of places and had a lot of Italian food and I definitely wouldn't call this "traditional". That being said, I have to admit that this is our favorite place to eat when we...more

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