6 Hidden Gems Things to do in Abiquiu That You Shouldn't Miss

April 30, 2022 Vergie Nakamoto

Discover the best top things to do in Abiquiu, United States including Plaza Blanca, In Sync with Horses, Ghost Ranch, Echo Amphitheater, Georgia O'Keeffe: Welcome Center, Purple Adobe Lavender Farm.
Restaurants in Abiquiu

1. Plaza Blanca

Abiquiu, NM http://www.plaza-blanca.com/how-to-get-to.html
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5.0 based on 215 reviews

Plaza Blanca

Beautiful white sandstone cliffs give breathtaking views.

Reviewed By Allicia_73 - Cary, United States

We went with our two girls ages 10 & 13 on our way to Ghost Ranch. I must admit, no pictures or reviews prepared me for the absolute splendor of this sacred place. At one point we were the only people there! It's an easy, mostly downhill hike from the parking lot to the rocks. I highly recommend visiting this...honestly, I would've preferred this to many of the other things listed on the "Top Ten things to see/do near Santa Fe". So, I am here to say to make it a point to visit this majestic place. The color changes from Plaza Blanca to Ghost Ranch are stunning and only within 15 miles from each other!

2. In Sync with Horses

Abiquiu, NM +1 505-470-3531 [email protected] http://www.insyncwithhorses.com
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5.0 based on 17 reviews

In Sync with Horses

Classes on horsemanship, groundwork and riding. We use a unique method and interactive technology to teach the Art of Horsemanship.

3. Ghost Ranch

280 Private Drive 1708 US Highway 84, Abiquiu, NM 87510 +1 505-685-4333 [email protected] http://www.ghostranch.org
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4.5 based on 878 reviews

Ghost Ranch

In a land of shifting light, boundless skies and fused culture, the 21,000 acre Ghost Ranch Education and Retreat Center in northern New Mexico is a place for renewal and retreat. The towering rock walls and vivid colors hold a hypnotic power. This is O’Keeffe Country.Visitors to Ghost Ranch will feel they’ve stepped back in time to days before the bells and whistles of technology vied relentlessly for our attention. People from all over the world come for spiritual development, to discuss issues of peace and justice, to work together in creation care, to paint, write poetry, to hike, ride horseback, to research globally renowned archaeological and fossil quarries… or simply to rest and renew their spirits. With over 300 courses each year, Ghost Ranch provides affordable ways to enrich your mind, body and soul.Available for overnight lodging as well, Ghost Ranch offers rustic , yet comfortable accomodations at a variety of price ranges to fit your budget. Our campground is open mid-May through early October.The Georgia O’Keeffe at Ghost Ranch Landscape Tour brings guests to a restricted area of the ranch to the scenes and actual locations of O’Keeffe’s paintings. O’Keeffe Landscape Tours are available mid-March through late-November. Reservations are required.

Reviewed By CapeCoddess - Mashpee, United States

We hiked the matrimonial and camposanto/box canyon trails and topped off our first day with the Sunset Trail Ride through gorgeous Georgia O'Keefe landscapes. The next morning, I took the Georgia O'Keefe walk with a very knowledgeable guide, Karen. Do not miss this walk! She was amazing. We carefully walked in the arroyos to the spots where Georgia stood to paint. Karen had books of Georgia's paintings for us to see what she saw. We learned about the wild life, the trees and plants. The scenery is spectacular. It is no wonder Georgia loved this place. There are two, small, fascinating museums. It is the best paleontology site for Triasic dinosaur bones in the world. The geology of the area is 200+ million years old. We were here during COVID, but still found so many things to do. The accommodations are rustic, but my bed was very comfortable. The meals are cafeteria style and for the price, are good. It was fun to eat with the friendly staff. The Abiquiu Inn is close by if you are looking for a restaurant!

4. Echo Amphitheater

Abiquiu, NM http://evangelineartphotography.wordpress.com/2011/03/31/echo-canyon-new-mexico
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4.5 based on 101 reviews

Echo Amphitheater

Reviewed By richardsJ1886ZO - Albuquerque, United States

Yes, it really does echo. From the parking area (fee $2), walk up a path towards the cliff and yell to your heart's content.

5. Georgia O'Keeffe: Welcome Center

21120 U.s. 84 Next to the Abiquiú Inn, Abiquiu, NM 87510 +1 505-685-4016 [email protected] http://www.okeeffemuseum.org/store/products/abiquiu/abiquiu-home-studio-tour/
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4.5 based on 226 reviews

Georgia O'Keeffe: Welcome Center

Visit the O’Keeffe Welcome Center, gateway to the Georgia O’Keeffe Home and Studio Tour and the spectacular Rio Chama valley. Find us in Abiquiú, 45 miles northwest of Santa Fe. The Georgia O’Keeffe Home and Studio is accessible to the public only by advance-reservation between mid-March and mid-November. Ticket bookings on the Georgia O'Keeffe Museum website. Georgia O'Keeffe (1887-1986) bought her house in Abiquiu in 1945, which is now owned by the Museum. The 5,000-square-foot Spanish Colonial-era Abiquiu compound was in ruins in 1945, and for the next four years, O’Keeffe supervised its restoration, which was carried out by her friend, Maria Chabot. She moved from New York to make New Mexico her permanent home in 1949, and lived either at the Abiquiu or Ghost Ranch houses until 1984, when she moved to Santa Fe.

Reviewed By 770NancyH - White Rock, United States

We booked the Georgia O'Keeffe Abiquiú Home/Tour and had a wonderful time. Highly recommend it for all that are followers of Georgia O'Keeffe (and any other local artists) and the wonderful New Mexico Scenery! Very professional, great customer service and learned a lot (as I am a Art Major and live in the area - you learn something new every day!!) Gift Shop is so unique, exciting and you will for sure find something to buy!!

6. Purple Adobe Lavender Farm

Private Road 1622, Abiquiu, NM +1 505-685-0082 [email protected] http://www.purpleadobelavenderfarm.com
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4.0 based on 101 reviews

Purple Adobe Lavender Farm

The lavender farm in Abiquiu, NM is open from April 15th to Oct 31 Tuesday throgh Saturday 10am till 5pm, and the tea house is open until 2:30. There is no charge to visit the lavender farm. We offer tours Tuesday and Friday in the morning, call or visit the website for further information. There is so much to do at the lavender, make it a stop while you are visiting Abiquiu, known as Georgia O'keeffe country. The farm sits peacefully on the Chama River. Visit the tea house were everything is made fresh, serving our lavender tea, lavender gelato & lavender scones, you can walk the labyrinth, sit under the the 80 ft ramada in the middle of the lavender fields and just relax, or visit our all natural lavender bath and body shoppe where you will find all farm made lotions, and potions, sprays and scrubs, and lovely items for a special gift. Stop by and say you found us on TripAdvisor and receive a special lavender gift just for you. See you at the farm, where the healing begins.

Reviewed By NoinahJaeb - Singapore, Singapore

This is the very first time we are seeing a Lavender Farm and we were blown over. We were travelling from Santa Fe to Taos and made a detour to visit this place. We were there in Aug and the whole area was bloomed. We loved the smell and enjoy the scenery very much. We tried their Tea House and had their Lavender cake and drink too. It was a nice experience for a first timer and glad we made it.

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