Las Cruces, NM
The city offers a diverse splendor of nature, community, activities and culture. With outstanding views of the Organ Mountains and a climate that boasts an average of 350 days a year of sunshine, the surroundings are breathtaking.
The fusion of cultures and old and new promise something for everyone.
Clear skies make for excellent star gazing and sites like the nearby White Sands National Monument offer spectacular opportunities to explore nature’s wonders.
The quiet community of Las Cruces is within easy driving distance of many exciting destinations:
- Albuquerque (approximately 3 hours)
- Carlsbad (approximately 4 hours)
- El Paso (approximately 1 hour)
- Tucson, Arizona (approximately 3.5 hours)
- Ruidoso (approximately 2 hours)
- Santa Fe (approximately 4 hours)
Las Cruces is home to the state’s second largest university, New Mexico State University. The university also sponsors many cultural activities and is the performance venue for the Las Cruces Symphony Orchestra.
Located in the fertile Mesilla Valley, Las Cruces is a top producer of chile and pecans. The local farmers and craft market features seasonal offerings all year round.
Golfers enjoy four local golf courses: New Mexico State University Golf Course (public), Picacho Hills Country Club (private), RedHawk Golf Course (public) and Sonoma Ranch Golf Course (public), and many more available within an hour – two hour’s drive.
Las Cruces is a growing artist community with 40 galleries and over 200 artists.
If you are looking for a place to live with an attractive cost of living, wonderful climate, magnificent views of the mountains and cultural diversity, Las Cruces is the place for you!