Farmington , NM
Well known as an outdoor lover ’ s paradise , Farmington , New Mexico is set in the scenic Four Corners area and is the perfect destination for exploring nature and taking in beautiful Northern New Mexico this Spring .
A number of adventures await for families and outdoor enthusiasts alike .
Farmington ’ s recreation areas feature a wide variety of terrain for off-roading adventures , and the area has received national attention , with Chokecherry Canyon located in Farmington being named as the # 1 New Mexico trail on the 2015 Top Off Road Trails in America list , published by PartCatalog . Farmington ’ s trails include sandy arroyos , large sand dunes , world-class sandstone rock crawling , desert technical trails , steep hills and challenging slick rock for use in OHVs , ATVs , mountain bikes , motorcycles and more .
Explore an area steeped in culture and history . Offering both self-guided and guided tours , Farmington ’ s rich history is showcased with a variety of historical sites , including the Salmon Ruins and Heritage Park , Aztec Ruins National Monument , the Dinétah Rock Art & Pueblitos and Chaco Culture National Historical Park . Farmington is also home to two private museums , the Bolack Museum of Fish and Wildlife and the Bolack Electromechanical Museum . Both museums are free to the public with appointment .
For an otherworldly experience explore the Bisti / De-Na-Zin Wilderness . One of the most astonishing landscapes in the United States , this area boasts striking hoodoos and a variety of other unique rock formations in what was once a coastal swamp of an inland sea .
Fish five lakes — all in one destination . Explore the waters of Lake Farmington , Navajo Lake , Jackson Lake , Cutter Reservoir , and Morgan Lake . Then , go river rafting along the Animas or kayaking on Animas River White Water Park or paddleboarding at Lake Farmington . You can also enjoy a fly fishing adventure along the famous San Juan River Quality Waters .
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