This Little Known Resort In New Mexico Will Be Your New Favorite Summer Destination
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Next to New Mexico’s Lincoln Nation Forest lies a gorgeous resort that few people outside the state know about. Inn of the Mountain Gods, which is close to the town of Ruidoso, flies under the radar because it’s in a relatively uninhabited part of New Mexico, on the 463,000 acre Mescalero Apache Indian Reservation. With its tranquil lakefront setting and abundant recreational opportunities, this resort might well become your new favorite summer destination.
Lake Mescalero is the centerpiece of this resort. Its presence, along with the surrounding mountains, ensures that the views from the hotel and the property are serene.
The ZipRider is open from 8:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m. The ride only lasts for a minute – the zipline is 2668 feet long - but you can hit speeds of 55 miles per hour! (You do need to make a reservation for this activity.)
This is a great spot for fishing. Even those with limited experience can give it a try - it’s so easy. Lake Mescalero is stocked with 20,000 trout; you can buy fishing permits and bait on site, and also rent poles.
Inn of the Mountain Gods offers several restaurants such as a low-key sports bar and also Wendell’s, a steakhouse and seafood restaurant, which consistently wins Open Table’s Diners Choice awards. The Gathering of Nations Buffet is a great deal for those with large appetites.
Inside, the entertainment options continue with gambling at the casino. Then, on Friday and Saturday nights, head to the 1852 Treaty Room to hear live music or hit up Club 49, where bands regularly perform. If you’re staying on a Wednesday, tickets to comedy night at Club 49 are a steal at $5 a pop.
