Welcome to Farmington, New Mexico Photo: Bisti Wilderness, courtesy of the New Mexico Tourism Department. The other-worldly landscape of the 4000 acre Bisti Badlands, with its surreal geologic formations, is within the fossil-rich 22,500 acres of washes and mesas of the De-Na-Zin Wilderness. This hiking and backpacking attraction is about 35 miles south of Farmington, in northwestern New Mexico.

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About Farmington, New Mexico
  Nestled in the picturesque San Juan River Valley at about 5395 feet above sea level, Farmington is within eyesight of Colorado’s spectacular mountains, and the vast desert highlands of Arizona and Utah. With an annual average of 7.5 inches of rainfall and 17.3 inches of snow, this four corners region is legendary for its 273 days of sunshine and pleasant climate.
  Farmington is also the traditional home to a host of Native American Tribes including the Navajo, Jicarilla, Apache, Ute, Mountain Ute, Southern Ute, and Hopi Nations. Visiting this area affords the tourist the opportunity to learn first hand of some of America’s true early history.
  Farmington’s extraordinary seasons and climatic conditions make this a destination to truly enjoy a multitude of activities, some of which are golf, hiking, fishing, boating, tennis, and racquetball; and just a few hours to the north, one can enjoy Colorado’s skiing opportunities.
 
       
Farmington, New Mexico - Attractions & Activities   
Angel Peak Recreation Area: A 40-million-year-old geologic formation surrounded by badlands, the dwelling place of "sacred ones" to the Navajo people. Camping and picnic sites, but no water or services. Located 15 miles south of Bloomfield, on Hwy. 44, with 6 miles of gravel road. Web: Nm.blm.gov
Aztec Ruins National Monument: Aztec Ruins offers the opportunity to explore the ancient Puebloan “great house” known as the West Ruin. A self-guided 1/2 mile walk winds through rooms built centuries ago, and that was used by people related to Chaco and later modified and used by people more akin to the Mesa Verde region. There is also a museum that features a variety of ancient artifacts excavated at or related to Aztec Ruins. Highway 516 east into the City of Aztec; 1/4 mile past Lightplant Road turn left onto Ruins Road. Follow Ruins Road ½ mile to the Monument. Info: (505) 334-6174
Bisti/De-na zin Wilderness: 4000 acre Bisti Badlands, with its surreal geologic formations, is within the fossil-rich 22,500 acres of washes and mesas of the De-Na-Zin Wilderness. This hiking and backpacking attraction is about 35 miles south of Farmington. Located 37 miles south on Hwy. 371 with 2 miles of gravel road. Web: Nm.blm.gov
B-Square Ranch: 12,000-acre ranch, wildlife preserve and experimental farm. Tours are offered by appointment. Located at 3901 Bloomfield Hwy, south of Farmington on Hwy. 64. Tel: (505) 325-4275.

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Farmington, New Mexico -Visitor, Relocation & Community Information   
Farmington Convention & Visitors Bureau: Tel: (505) 326-7602, (800) 448-1240
Farmington Chamber of Commerce: Tel: (505) 325-0279