New Mexico
Outdoors.

501(c)(3) nonprofit organizing trail maintenance and stewardship projects across New Mexico's public lands. Hundreds of volunteer hours each year keeping NM trails accessible and in good repair.

Taos-area trail stewardship organization maintaining and expanding the Enchanted Circle regional trail system. Recently awarded a NM Outdoor Recreation Trails+ grant to expand trail connectivity in the Carson National Forest.

Converting abandoned railroad corridors into recreational trails across New Mexico. Active work-days on the Salado Canyon and Switchback Trail near Cloudcroft. A boots-on-ground operation built on volunteer hours.

Grants, NM-based volunteer group promoting and maintaining multi-use trails in Cibola County — hiking, cycling, running, ATV, and horseback riding. Active in the Mt. Taylor Ranger District with a focus on building outdoor tourism infrastructure.

New Mexico's oldest hiking club. Weekly outings at easy, moderate, strenuous and difficult levels across the state. All outings led by qualified leaders. Membership via Meetup.com. Open to all experience levels.

New Mexico's legislatively commissioned cross-state recreation trail spanning the full length of the state — Colorado to Texas — along the Rio Grande corridor. For hiking, biking, and horseback riding. 90 miles currently open and growing. Governed by the Río Grande Trail Commission; supported by the NM Outdoor Recreation Division. Quarterly newsletter available.

Las Cruces-based trail alliance covering southern New Mexico, West Texas, and the borderland region. Advocates, maintains, plans, builds, and promotes trails in the Organ Mountains, Black Range, and Doña Ana County areas. Produces the Sierra Vista Trail Run race. Active trail maps, events calendar, and e-newsletter.

The national voice for America's hikers — advocating before Congress and federal agencies for trail funding, public land preservation, and hiking access across 200,000+ miles of American trail. AHS runs Volunteer Vacations and Alternative Break stewardship trips in New Mexico's national forests, making it directly actionable for NM hikers and volunteers. Organizer of National Trails Day® (annual, June) and the NextGen Trail Leaders program. The federal policy layer above every NM trail org on this page — when trail funding gets cut in Washington, AHS is in the room.

Southern New Mexico's most prolific running event producer — organizing trail races, road marathons, and endurance events across the Sacramento Mountains, Las Cruces, and the borderland region. Producer of the State 47 Las Cruces Marathon (voted Best Marathon in New Mexico), the Sacramento Mountains Endurance Series (Cloudcroft), Grindstone Trail Races and RunFest (Ruidoso), the Day of the Dead Series, Cactus to Cloud, and the Himalayan 100 Mile Stage Race. Official partner of Ironman 70.3 Ruidoso. USATF and RRCA affiliated. One of the most active outdoor event operators in the state — getting bodies onto NM terrain at scale.

Statewide nonprofit alliance of motorized OHV enthusiasts and clubs. Advocates for responsible motorized recreation on New Mexico's public lands, trail access preservation, and OHV-friendly policy at the state and federal level.

The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish OHV program — safety certification, registration requirements, designated trail maps, and OHV recreation planning across the state's public lands. The official gateway to legal OHV use in NM.

National OHV and public lands access advocacy organization with direct involvement in New Mexico cases, including filing to intervene in the WEMO federal closure — the largest OHV route closure in American history. A Tymmber-aligned ally on public lands access.

Regulates hunting, fishing, and wildlife conservation across New Mexico. Issues licenses and tags, manages game populations, administers hunter and angler education programs, and oversees OHV safety certification. The backbone of NM outdoor recreation governance.

The official organization representing NM's licensed hunting and fishing outfitters since 1978. Members operate elk, mule deer, bighorn sheep, oryx, antelope, bear, cougar, and bird hunts, plus world-class trout fishing on the San Juan River. Promotes ethical practice and wildlife conservation.

New Mexico's chapter of the Sierra Club, organizing regular outings — hiking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing — across the Sandias, Jemez, and Santa Fe areas. Active in public land conservation and wildlife habitat advocacy alongside a robust outdoor events calendar.

Protects land and water for people and wildlife in New Mexico's middle Rio Grande Valley — forever. Uses voluntary conservation easements to preserve working farms, wetland habitat, and migratory bird corridors along the Central Flyway. Over 5,000 acres protected.

A Nature Conservancy-led public-private partnership of 100+ organizations restoring forested lands upstream to protect the Rio Grande watershed. 30,000 acres of forest restoration annually. Directly funds wildfire risk reduction, clean water, and outdoor access for future generations.

Manages millions of acres of New Mexico public land open to hiking, OHV, hunting, fishing, camping, and dispersed recreation. Administers permits for commercial outfitters, manages trail designations, and oversees river access including the Río Grande del Norte National Monument.

Manages 9 million acres of state trust lands in New Mexico. Recreational access permits required for public use of state trust lands. Relevant to ranchers, hunters, OHV users, and anyone navigating land access near public/private boundaries.

501(c)(3) advocating for the conservation, restoration, and responsible access of the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument near Las Cruces — celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2025. Programs include Moving Montañas (youth outdoor access), guided docent hikes, and an Artists in Residence program. Committed to protection regardless of wealth, privilege, or social standing.

Volunteer and membership organization supporting the Rio Grande Nature Center State Park — Albuquerque's premier urban wildlife preserve on the Central Rio Grande Flyway. The 38-acre bosque park hosts 250+ bird species, two miles of cottonwood trails, native plant and pollinator gardens, and monthly volunteer-led nature walks. Visitor Center designed by Antoine Predock (1982).

501(c)(3) supporting Sugarite Canyon State Park near Raton in the Sangre de Cristo foothills. Members receive an annual park pass in exchange for 10 volunteer service hours annually — trail maintenance, events, and special projects. A 2025-26 recipient of the NM Outdoor Recreation Trails+ Grant. One of the most scenic parks in northeastern New Mexico.

Headquartered in Albuquerque — provides irrigation, river flood control, and water conservation for farmers and irrigators in the middle Rio Grande agricultural region. The operational backbone of water management for NM's most populated river corridor.

74 miles of Wild and Scenic River through an 800-foot-deep gorge. The Taos Box offers the best whitewater in New Mexico. The Racecourse section on NM 68 is accessible and popular. Managed by BLM Taos Field Office — no permit required for non-commercial boating.

Represents and strengthens New Mexico's acequia communities — the centuries-old communal irrigation systems that sustain rural agriculture and cultural identity across the state. The acequia is the original water sovereignty institution of New Mexico.

Unified governmental body representing New Mexico's 19 Pueblo Nations. Engaged in land, water, and cultural resource protection across the state. Many Pueblos manage significant outdoor recreational assets — hunting, fishing, and cultural tourism — on tribal lands requiring tribal permits.

The largest tribal nation in the United States, with significant land in northwestern New Mexico. The Navajo Nation manages its own outdoor recreation, tourism, and land use programs. Monument Valley, Canyon de Chelly, and Shiprock are within or adjacent to Navajo territory.

Located in the Sacramento Mountains of southern New Mexico. Operates Ski Apache (one of the southernmost ski resorts in North America) and the Inn of the Mountain Gods resort. Manages extensive tribal hunting and fishing programs with guided trophy hunts for elk, deer, and turkey.

A top attraction in southern New Mexico telling 4,000 years of agricultural history through interactive exhibits, live animal demonstrations, blacksmithing, quilting, oral history archives, and educational programs. A division of the NM Department of Cultural Affairs. Smithsonian-quality exhibitions covering farming, ranching, and rural life across all cultures that shaped the state. Open Mon–Sat, 4100 Dripping Springs Rd, Las Cruces.

Represents New Mexico's cattle industry — one of the state's oldest and most land-intensive industries. Engaged in grazing policy, drought response, predator management, and rural land stewardship. The ranching community manages millions of acres of the terrain Tymmber operates in.

Supports the network of local farmers markets and small-scale agriculture across New Mexico. The intersection of outdoor lifestyle, food sovereignty, and local economy — directly aligned with Tymmber's community-building and Kitchen Table ethos.

The dedicated voice for New Mexico's most iconic crop since 2005. A nonprofit representing growers, processors, manufacturers, and distributors fighting to protect the authenticity and future of NM chile. Operates the New Mexico Certified Chile™ program — the official certification distinguishing genuine NM-grown chile from imports. Engaged in advocacy, research, marketing, and legislative action on behalf of the industry.

Represents New Mexico's pecan industry — one of the state's most significant agricultural sectors. The Rio Grande Valley's deep alluvial soils and long growing season make New Mexico one of the top pecan-producing states in the nation. The association provides resources, water information, and industry connections for growers across the region.

The first state grant program in the nation designed to expand equitable outdoor access for youth. Since 2020, has awarded over $10.5 million connecting 128,000+ youth — particularly from rural, Tribal, and underserved communities — to transformative outdoor experiences. Administered by the NM Outdoor Recreation Division.

Nonprofit connecting youth and families facing barriers to outdoor access. Works in urban school communities and rural areas, using "small nature" entry points for nature-nervous kids before building to bigger backcountry experiences. Rafting, fishing, Bosque cleanups, tree planting. A Tymmber-adjacent mission.

Provides hands-on, nature-based outdoor experiences for youth — promoting connection, healthy active lifestyles, and adventure-focused education in the northern New Mexico terrain. Based in Taos with programming across the region.

NOLS operates courses in the Sonoran Desert, Chihuahuan Desert, and broader Southwest terrain including New Mexico. One of the gold standards for wilderness skills education — leadership, Leave No Trace, expedition behavior, and technical outdoor skills for youth and adults.

UNM's outdoor recreation program offers equipment rentals, guided trips, skills workshops, and a full outdoor education curriculum. The university also houses significant natural history, geology, and environmental science research relevant to NM terrain and ecosystems.

NMSU's College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences is the land-grant heart of New Mexico — combining agricultural research, natural resources, and environmental science across programs directly relevant to the state's outdoor economy. ACES houses degree programs in range science, watershed management, wildlife science, and food and agriculture, grounded in the actual terrain of New Mexico. The Las Cruces campus sits at the edge of the Chihuahuan Desert and the Organ Mountains — one of the most ecologically rich outdoor classrooms in the country.

New Mexico Tech in Socorro is one of the nation's top science and engineering universities. Its Earth and Environmental Science departments study NM terrain, hydrology, and geology directly. Socorro sits at the edge of some of the most dramatic outdoor terrain in the state.

Manages 300+ parks, the Bosque Trail system, open space preserves including the Petroglyph National Monument buffer lands, and the Sandia Foothills. Albuquerque's trail network is one of the most accessible urban outdoor systems in the Southwest — directly relevant to Tymmber's 268M mission.

Santa Fe's parks and recreation department oversees the Dale Ball Trails, Arroyo Chamisa Trail, and city open space network — connecting urban neighborhoods to the Sangre de Cristo foothills. One of the best-integrated urban trail systems in the mountain West.

35 state parks across New Mexico — from Elephant Butte Lake (the largest state park) to Bottomless Lakes, Brantley Lake, and Storrie Lake. Camping, boating, OHV, fishing, hiking. The most accessible entry point to public land outdoor recreation for most New Mexicans.

Division of the NM Economic Development Department — administers the Outdoor Equity Fund, Trails+ grants, business accelerator programs, and the annual Adventure Pitch Fest. The state's primary engine for outdoor recreation economy development. Awarded $1.9M in youth outdoor grants in 2026.

New Mexico's statewide alliance representing the unified voice of outdoor businesses — brands, guides, retailers, nonprofits, and partners. Advocates for policy, fosters growth, and supports the state's outdoor industry through membership, B2B networking, events, grant opportunities, and a Meta Marketing Microgrant program. Partners with REI and the NM Outdoor Recreation Division.

National collective of outdoor business leaders, policymakers, and innovators working to grow the outdoor economy responsibly. Produces industry-leading economic data, policy engagement, and peer exchange. Relevant to every outdoor company operating in or expanding to New Mexico.

State-empowered commission created by the New Mexico Legislature (HB 563, 2015) to oversee development of the Río Grande Trail — defining alignment, addressing challenges, and recommending trail enhancements from Colorado to Texas. Holds public meetings, publishes trail maps, and reports annually to the Governor. Supported by EMNRD. Contact: [email protected]

Las Cruces-based nonprofit whose mission is to promote the protection, appreciation, sustainable management, appropriate recreational use, and economic benefits of outdoor natural areas in New Mexico — and to advance educational and workforce development tied to those objectives. The parent organization behind the annual NM Outdoor Economics Conference. Partners with NM ORD, New Mexico True, and Leave No Trace.

Santa Fe-based guiding company specializing in overnight backpacking and yurt trips in northern New Mexico and southern Colorado. Chief Guide Brian Johnson has led expeditions in NM since 1990 — Bandelier, Ghost Ranch, CDT segments, San Pedro Parks Wilderness. Certified Wilderness First Responder.

Elephant Butte Lake-based paddling gear sales and rentals. One of the gateway outfitters to NM water recreation in the Sierra County / Elephant Butte region — directly adjacent to the Tymmber Carbon Free Resort development area.

Partners with T3 Adventures at Elephant Butte Lake to provide guided fishing and outdoor experiences for veterans, active-duty service members, and first responders. A powerful example of outdoor access as therapeutic infrastructure — the terrain as healer.

Navajo-operated guiding service offering desert and river experiences in northwestern New Mexico. Part of the NM Outdoor Recreation Division's featured outdoor ventures — connecting cultural knowledge of the land to guided outdoor experiences for visitors and residents.

The only organization of its kind in New Mexico — organizing historic pack burro endurance races rooted in the state's mining heritage, plus guided backcountry burro expeditions and 1-day clinics. The Strike It Rich Series spans four races across NM. Multi-day Pecos Wilderness expeditions build wilderness skills, leadership, and self-reliant travel beyond the map. An utterly original NM outdoor experience.

Truth or Consequences' go-to outdoor gear and apparel shop — carrying SmartWool, Merrell, Crocs, and Sun Day alongside hiking gear, accessories, swim wear, and sun protection. Also offers e-bike, mountain bike, beach cruiser, and stand-up paddleboard rentals — making Elephant Butte Lake and the surrounding terrain accessible for visitors and locals alike. Right in Tymmber's own Sierra County backyard.

New Mexico's top annual event for outdoor professionals — produced by Outdoor New Mexico, rotating locations statewide. Panel discussions with outdoor leaders, guided adventure tours with local outfitters, a networking expo, and the Adventure Pitch competition. Attended by ORD, businesses, policymakers, and entrepreneurs. 2026 edition in Ruidoso, Oct. 14–16. Sponsored by Ski Apache, NMORBA, and others.

New Mexico-based composite materials manufacturer serving the outdoor and recreational vehicle industries. Part of the ORD's featured NM Outdoor Ventures — representing the manufacturing and materials side of the NM outdoor economy.

New Mexico retailer and community hub for the disc golf and disc sports community. Disc golf is one of the fastest-growing outdoor activities in the US — low barrier to entry, public land compatible, multi-generational. Part of the ORD's featured NM Outdoor Ventures.

World-class national security and technology laboratory headquartered in Albuquerque. Core capabilities in systems engineering, high-performance computing, extreme-environment testing, and materials science — all directly applicable to outdoor technology development. The Sandia Science & Technology Park (SS&TP) adjacent to Kirtland AFB is a technology incubator for companies partnering with Sandia.

One of the world's foremost research institutions, LANL's technology transfer arm — the Richard P. Feynman Center for Innovation — licenses technologies for commercialization. Earth and environmental science research at LANL is directly relevant to terrain modeling, hydrology, and ecological monitoring relevant to outdoor and public lands management.

Technology transfer and commercialization arm of New Mexico State University. Helps innovators, entrepreneurs, and small businesses start and grow — with statewide reach beyond Las Cruces. Provides advice, mentorship, education, and hands-on startup support. Relevant to any outdoor tech company or outdoor entrepreneur building in New Mexico.

Free 12-week hybrid business accelerator for established outdoor recreation businesses and startups located in or expanding to New Mexico. Funded by the NM Outdoor Recreation Division in partnership with CNM Ingenuity's ActivateNM. Mentorship from industry leaders, networking, and a framework for growth. The most direct support pathway for outdoor entrepreneurs in NM.

Farmington-based business incubator — one of two organizations awarded the original 2019 NM ORD outdoor business incubator grants. Developed Outdoor Recreation LABS in rural libraries across northwestern New Mexico. Focused on early-stage outdoor companies in service, retail, and manufacturing.

Santa Fe-based startup incubator that developed Outdoor Recreation LABS in rural NM libraries — in-person and virtual — for early-stage outdoor companies. Part of the original NM ORD outdoor business incubator cohort. Focused on creative and entrepreneurial ventures with statewide reach.

New Mexico's most distinctive investor event — pre-seed and seed-stage startups pitch to world-class VC funds while riding the lift at Taos Ski Valley. Accepts startups headquartered in or growing in New Mexico. The Adventure Pitch Fest (held at the Outdoor Economics Conference) is the outdoor-specific companion event.

The oldest state magazine in the US — covering New Mexico's outdoor life, culture, travel, and terrain since 1923. A primary storytelling platform for NM outdoor destinations, events, and issues. Essential reading for anyone building a brand in the NM outdoor space.

Official publication of the NM Department of Game and Fish — covering hunting, fishing, wildlife conservation, OHV news, and outdoor education across New Mexico. Published digitally with monthly updates. A direct pipeline to the active hunting and fishing community in the state.

An editorial project of the NM Outdoor Recreation Division highlighting outdoor businesses, adventures, and experiences across the state. Features outfitters, gear companies, guides, and outdoor entrepreneurs as part of the ORD's economic development storytelling mission.

Searchable database of outdoor recreation in New Mexico — fishing reports, guides, guest ranches, and outfitter listings organized by activity and region. Fly fishing, hiking, camping, kayaking, skiing, hunting. A reference directory for visitors and residents navigating the NM outdoor landscape.

The official trade association representing New Mexico's ski and mountain resort industry — 8 alpine and 2 Nordic member resorts. Focused on three pillars: governmental affairs (monitoring legislation affecting the industry), marketing (positioning NM as a premier winter destination in partnership with the NM Tourism Department), and public affairs. A private nonprofit working to grow winter tourism as a vital component of the state's economy.

New Mexico's most celebrated ski destination — 1,294 skiable acres, 3,281-foot vertical drop, 110 trails, and an average 300 inches of annual snowfall. Known internationally for challenging terrain including Al's Run and Kachina Peak, and for its rich cultural character rooted in the Taos region. Snowboarders welcome since 2008. Consistently rated among the top ski resorts in the United States.

Owned and operated by the Mescalero Apache Tribe — the southernmost major ski resort in the continental United States, set in the Sacramento Mountains near Ruidoso. 750 skiable acres, gondola access, and tree-lined runs with a distinctly family-friendly character. One of the most culturally significant ski areas in the country: a tribal nation operating world-class winter recreation on ancestral lands.

Northern New Mexico's premier Nordic destination near Red River — 33km of groomed classic and skate ski trails, 15km of snowshoe trails, and 5km of dog-friendly trails. Open 7 days a week, 9am–4:30pm. A true community resource in the Enchanted Circle region with a Welcome Pass program for accessibility. One of the most complete Nordic operations in the Southwest.

Albuquerque-based club organizing Nordic ski outings from day trips in the Sandias and Jemez to weeklong Rocky Mountain expeditions. Monthly member meetings during ski season, an annual fall planning picnic, and an Adopt-A-Trail program on the Sandia and Jemez Ranger Districts. Open to all experience levels. One of New Mexico's longest-running outdoor recreation clubs.

Community volunteer nonprofit based in Los Alamos maintaining groomed Nordic ski trails in the Jemez Mountains. A 501(c)(3) organization sustained entirely by volunteer labor and member support — the kind of grassroots outdoor infrastructure that makes a community what it is. Groomed classic track, community events, and a genuine love for the terrain.