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Year-Round Events & Seasonal Highlights

Moonlit Silhouette Photography Secrets at Elena Gallegos Open Space

Capture oversized full-moon silhouettes at Elena Gallegos just 30 minutes from American RV Resort with our complete timing, gear, route, and safety guide for scroll-stopping night-sky photography.

June 21, 2025

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Outdoor Adventures & Surrounding Landscapes

Ambient Noise Mapping Reveals Tramway Trail’s Quietest Moments

Discover how our first-ever Ambient Noise Map pinpoints Tramway Trail’s hush-level segments, best timing, and DIY gear tips for a quieter, healthier Albuquerque outing.

June 17, 2025

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Outdoor Adventures & Surrounding Landscapes

Trail Smart: Map Monument Canyon’s Hidden Rattlesnake Dens Safely

Discover Monument Canyon’s rattlesnake dens with a 10-minute drive from American RV Resort, complete with safety hacks, photo tips, and family-friendly trail intel.

June 14, 2025

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Taste of the Southwest: Albuquerque’s Culinary Scene

Little Cleo’s Green Chile Tequila Cocktails: Snap-Worthy Spice

Discover how to sip Albuquerque’s signature green-chile tequila cocktails at Little Cleo’s, plan seamless RV-to-bar itineraries, and capture Insta-worthy moments—all just minutes from American RV Resort.

June 10, 2025

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Taste of the Southwest: Albuquerque’s Culinary Scene

Savor Wild Juniper Berry Mixology at Bow & Arrow Brewing

Swap your RV campsite for a 12-minute Lyft to Native-owned Bow & Arrow Brewing, where prickly pear and wild juniper infuse dog-friendly flights, kid-approved sodas, foraging tips and packable cocktails before you roll back to American RV Resort under the desert stars.

June 7, 2025

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Culture & Heritage in the Duke City

San Felipe de Neri’s Pressed Flower Collection: Desert History Preserved

Discover Albuquerque’s San Felipe de Neri Church—a ten-minute hop from American RV Resort—where wheelchair-friendly gardens, hands-on pressed-flower demos, and 300 years of adobe history turn a simple stop into your most photogenic, story-packed day trip.

June 4, 2025

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Culture & Heritage in the Duke City

Evolution of North Fourth Street Chile Roasting: Hornos to Solar

A ten-minute drive from American RV Resort, North Fourth Street’s chile-roasting corridor blends Puebloan horno history, 1950s sidewalk drums and cutting-edge solar roasters, delivering kid-friendly smoke, tasting tips and insider routes to stash your flavorful haul before the season ends.

June 1, 2025

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Family-Friendly & Educational Experiences

Painted Path: Nob Hill Street Art Mural Walk Map

Discover a free, 1.5-mile self-guided mural walk through Albuquerque’s vibrant Nob Hill—complete with parking tips, snack stops, artist shout-outs and RV-friendly directions from American RV Resort.

May 30, 2025

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Family-Friendly & Educational Experiences

Balloon Museum Junior Aviator Flight Simulator Ignites STEM Wonder

Turn a 25-minute drive into 45 minutes of hands-on flight simulation, STEM discovery, and family bragging rights at Albuquerque’s Balloon Museum Junior Aviator Club.

May 28, 2025

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Year-Round Events & Seasonal Highlights

Behind Albuquerque Art Fair Sand Art Competitions: Secrets Revealed

Watch 65-ton sand sculptures rise beside soaring balloons and use our insider tips, photo hacks, and RV-friendly itineraries to savor Albuquerque’s fleeting art giants without tracking desert dust back to your rig.

May 24, 2025

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Outdoor Adventures & Surrounding Landscapes

Winter Hawk Migration Corridors: Scan Sandia Crest Skies

Plan a winter ascent from American RV Resort to Sandia Crest with our guide to safe NM-536 turns, best parking slots, gear tips, and prime hours to watch thousands of migrating raptors ride the ridge’s thermals.

May 20, 2025

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Local New Mexico Culture

Local New Mexico Culture When you’re in New Mexico you are surrounded by the culture of the Native Americans from local names to patterns of

April 16, 2018

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Santa Fe Bound

Santa Fe Bound Albuquerque is central to so much of what happens in New Mexico. You can spend your whole time in the area and

March 23, 2018

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Santa Fe is More than All Right

Santa Fe is More than All Right New Mexico has a lot to offer and you probably realize this, which is why you’ve chosen to

March 13, 2018

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Dinosaurs in New Mexico’s Past

Dinosaurs in New Mexico’s Past You’re visiting one of the greatest parts of the American Southwest when you visit Albuquerque, New Mexico. You will have

February 21, 2018

A historic theater with a Southwest architectural style features intricate designs, decorative tiles, and ornate carvings. The facade is accented by large windows and unique patterns, with a marquee overhanging the entrance. Trees and street signs are visible in the foreground.

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What You Need to See & Do in Albuquerque

What You Need to See & Do in Albuquerque You’re thinking of visiting the majestic vistas of New Mexico and you’ve decided to use the

February 15, 2018

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The Turquoise Trail – Pt 2

The Turquoise Trail – Pt 2 We last left off discussing the one of the great American roads and the experience you can get on

January 29, 2018

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The Turquoise Trail

The Turquoise Trail “Thanks to the Interstate Highway System, it is now possible to travel across the country from coast to coast without seeing anything.”

January 17, 2018

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Watching the RV life

Watching the RV life While you’re spending your time at the American RV Resort in Albuquerque, New Mexico you’ll surely have some downtime. A good,

December 28, 2017

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The Comfortable American Southwest

The Comfortable American Southwest You’re tired of the cold and horrible winters. You’ve been there and done that. It is about time that you spent

December 18, 2017

A nighttime parade features vintage cars adorned with vibrant holiday lights and Christmas decorations. A dog figure is on top of the leading car. Spectators line both sides of the street, with illuminated storefronts and Southwest-style accents in the background enhancing the festive atmosphere.

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Christmas, Southwest Style

Christmas, Southwest Style You’ve decided to get away from the cold for Christmas. Why would you spend a cold winter up north when you could

November 30, 2017

A historic adobe church with two tall bell towers stands under a clear blue sky in Albuquerque. Green trees and blooming flowers surround the church, creating a picturesque scene. The church features classic adobe architecture and intricate details on its towers, showcasing its rich history.

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A Brief History of Albuquerque

American RV Resort, is located in the heart of Albuquerque, New Mexico. This city has a long and storied history. Unfortunately, many of the visitors to the city don’t know much about it. However, this is an easy problem to remedy. With that goal in mind, lets peer into the past.

November 9, 2017

A group of dancers adorned in traditional Native American regalia perform outdoors in a courtyard. They wear vibrant feathered headdresses and outfits with intricate patterns. An audience sits around the perimeter watching, embracing the rich traditions. A New Mexican mural is visible on a building behind them.

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New Mexican Traditions

When you travel to the American RV Resort, you are at the heart of New Mexico, Albuquerque. If you’ve never been to the Southwest during the holiday season, you’re in for a real treat. You will have a chance to experience some of our great holiday traditions.

October 27, 2017

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Scenic New Mexico

You’re taking the family out to have a good time in the Southwest. You couldn’t ask for a better place to settle in for a night or more than the American RV Resort. One problem though. How to fill the time in the miles along the way? It seems that kids today are content to bury their faces in their devices and ignore everyone and everything around them. Problem is, if they’re doing that why go on vacation at all?

October 2, 2017

A cozy cafe with wooden tables and chairs, offering comfort in every corner. Some customers are dining and conversing, while others gaze out the window. Decor includes colorful wall art, plants, and a brick fireplace. The space is well-lit by natural light pouring through the windows of this Albuquerque gem.

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Comfort in Albuquerque!

You want freedom and comfort. At American RV Resort, you’ll get it. We offer a number of amenities here that will keep you coming back every time you choose to visit the Albuquerque area. Why don’t we highlight a few of those?

September 13, 2017

Numerous colorful hot air balloons of various patterns and sizes float in a clear blue sky.

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Balloons at October’s Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta!

Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. The largest hot air ballooning event in the world. That’s why you’ve decided to stay at the American RV Resort, it offers a great place to stay while you are in town at a reasonable rate.

August 30, 2017