Hoover Dam is one of the greatest engineering marvels of modern history. It’s just a short drive from Las Vegas and within the boundaries of Lake Mead National Recreation Area.
Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area is a great desert getaway just a short drive from Las Vegas. If you’re looking to take a breather from all the bright lights on the Strip, this is a nice option for a full or half day.
The Texas State Capitol is the seat of government for the State of Texas. It’s a beautiful building located on a hill overlooking downtown Austin.
While visiting Big Bend country in West Texas, we made it a point to stop in Marfa. We had to see this quirky town full of art galleries in person.
Fort Davis National Historic Site protects a well-preserved 19th century US Army fort in West Texas. It contains over 20 restored buildings and over 100 ruins and foundations.
Guadalupe Mountains National Park is a remote park in West Texas known for its stunning natural beauty. It’s located about 100 miles east of El Paso and a half hour south of Carlsbad Caverns National Park in New Mexico.
Carlsbad Caverns National Park protects 119 caves, of which only 3 are open to the public. It’s a UNESCO World Heritage site located in southeastern New Mexico.
Lincoln Historic Site is the most widely visited state historic site in New Mexico. It’s located in the unincorporated village of Lincoln.
Ruidoso Downs is a small city in southern New Mexico. It’s located in the Lincoln National Forest and is a suburb of nearby Ruidoso.