Turquoise Trail National Scenic Byway is a pleasant alternative to Interstate 25 between Santa Fe and Albuquerque. The nationally designated scenic byway passes through several small mining towns on the eastern flank of the Sandia Mountains. It follows NM 14, a two-lane paved road suitable for all vehicles. A side trip will lead you to Sandia Crest and magnificent views of Albuquerque, the Rio Grande, and distant Mount Taylor. This part of the byway follows NM 536, which gains nearly 4,000 feet in elevation and has numerous switchbacks. Turquoise Trail is 61 miles long, including the trip to Sandia Crest and back to the main route.

Jal Lake Park
Jal, New Mexico 88252

Excellent campground with full hook-ups. Free for 3 nights. This 10-acre recreational area features free, short term RV parking, tennis courts, playground equipment, basketball court, shaded pavilions with barbecue pits and tables, and fishing in a man-made lake that spells the name of our town! The lake is home to a variety of wildlife, including ducks, geese and red-winged blackbirds and often serves as a stopover for migratory waterfowl.

Web Site: http://www.jalnm.com/