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A wide desert landscape bathed in golden light, featuring a long, straight dirt road stretching into the distance. The road is surrounded by sparse desert vegetation, including dry bushes and grasses. In the background, a distant mountain range under a vast, clear blue sky with wispy clouds enhances the sense of open space and remoteness. The scene evokes a sense of tranquility and adventure.

Culture & Heritage in the Duke City

Find Sandia’s Hidden WWII Anti-Aircraft Trench Before It Vanishes

Trace a fading WWII anti-aircraft trench just minutes from American RV Resort with our step-by-step guide to safe access, family-friendly exploration, drone rules, and nearby Albuquerque attractions for a history-rich desert day trip.

October 4, 2025 No Comments

Four people in light-colored clothing and wide-brimmed hats are kneeling in a desert setting. They are engaged in sorting and examining objects that resemble pottery shards or artifacts, spread out on a white cloth in a shallow trench. The surrounding landscape is arid with sparse vegetation and distant mountains under a clear blue sky. The sunlight casts distinct shadows, suggesting it's early morning or late afternoon.

Culture & Heritage in the Duke City

Archaeobotanical Jackpot: Alameda Corridor Reveals 1,000-Year Farm Secrets

Discover 800-year-old corn kernels, stroller-friendly Río Grande trails, and easy RV tips for a day trip that blends archaeobotany with craft brews and desert views near Albuquerque.

October 1, 2025 No Comments

Families and children assembling colorful small hot air balloons on a desert morning, with gentle sunlight and a soft, out-of-focus New Mexico landscape in the background.

Family-Friendly & Educational Experiences

Junior Hot Air Balloon Build and Fly Family Challenge

Swap screen time for sunrise science at American RV Resort’s Junior Hot Air Balloon Design Challenge, an easy, STEM-packed weekend where families build, launch and learn in Albuquerque’s legendary sky.

September 30, 2025 No Comments

A young giraffe leans over a wooden fence to eat leafy greens offered by two children in a zoo setting. The children are excited and smiling, while an adult stands beside them watching the interaction. The background features adobe-style buildings and a natural landscape with a bright blue sky.

Family-Friendly & Educational Experiences

Hands-On Giraffe Feeding at ABQ BioPark Zoo

Plan an RV-friendly detour to ABQ BioPark Zoo and discover budget-smart, shade-savvy ways to hand-feed giraffes, snap epic Sandia-backed photos, and still be back at American RV Resort in time for your afternoon Zoom.

September 28, 2025 No Comments

Desert landscape at sunset featuring a series of uniquely shaped hills or small mountains silhouetted against a vibrant sky. The sky displays a gradient of deep blue transitioning into warm orange and pink hues, with wispy clouds adding texture. The foreground consists of sparse desert vegetation, including shrubs and small bushes, spread across a rocky terrain. The overall mood is serene and expansive.

Year-Round Events & Seasonal Highlights

When Volcanoes Blush: Timing Your Three Sisters Sunrise Shot

Beat the dawn line at Albuquerque’s Three Sisters with this precise resort-to-rim guide covering timing, route and lightweight gear for the perfect pink-glow sunrise shot.

September 24, 2025 No Comments

A lively outdoor gathering under a clear blue sky, featuring a bustling scene with people sitting at picnic tables. The area is shaded by colorful triangular and umbrella sunshades in hues of orange, yellow, blue, and red. Attendees are enjoying food and beverages, dressed in casual summer attire. Numerous hot air balloons float in the background above a scenic landscape, creating a festive atmosphere. The ground is paved with bricks, adding to the relaxed, inviting ambiance.

Year-Round Events & Seasonal Highlights

Afternoon Shade Hacks at Balloon Fiesta Park Food Court

Beat Balloon Fiesta Park’s scorching afternoon by using these insider shade hacks, from stealth canopy spots and vendor shadows to a midday RV pool retreat—no rental fees, no sunburn, just cool comfort until the evening glow.

September 21, 2025 No Comments