Rio Rancho - New Mexico - United States. Guide & Hotel Reservations from Cheap Hotels

Located in New Mexico's Land of Enchantment, Rio Rancho is accessible by car or plane. Centrally located in the center of the state, it is just a short drive from Albuquerque. It will provide you with a vacation to remember with the many hotels, restaurants and attractions that are just waiting for you to arrive. There are national parks, historic ruins, museums and scenic byways - everything you want in a vacation.

Visit the J & R Vintage Auto Museum, with more than 60 restored cars. Take a trip down memory lane as you remember your first car. Depending on your age, it may be one of the ones you see here. See the new Mexico Hispanic furnishings at the Casa San Ysidro and take time to visit Old Town, with its many historic treasures.

Drive along the Jemez Mountain Scenic Byway and stop at the Coronado State Monument, just north of the city. Walk the Jemez Mountain Trail or the short trails that wind through the Kasha - Kayuwe Tent Rocks National Monument. Ride the world's longest tramway to the top of Sandria Peak  - almost 11,000 feet.

The local stores offer many unique crafts from local artisans. Experience the culture of the town as you browse the items in these stores, but if you want something more exciting, take a trip to Albuquerque - the shopping heaven of the state.

For the outdoor enthusiast, you can cast your line into the waters of the Sandia Lakes Recreation Area or go hiking in the Sandia Mountains. Here you can get a glimpse of the abundant wildlife and stroll through the beautiful wildflowers. The scenic beauty of Rio Rancho is something that will stay in your memory for a long time to come.