Maybe Canyons and the Beach aren’t your typical summer getaways. Ruidoso, New Mexico provides mountain scenery only four hours away from Lubbock! If you have never checked out this little jewel of a town in the cool Sierra Blanca mountaIns in the summer, you will be surprised at the number of activities to keep your entire family entertained. There are several opportunities to do some rock climbing, hiking, biking, or basically anything you can do outdoors to enjoy the warm breeze. Besides that, the quaint little town has a variety of excellent shopping options as well as a fun miniature golf course and some of the best restaurants you will find anywhere. Maybe Ruidoso will knock off your socks so much you come back for a winter getaway. Yep! Great family-friendly ski slopes for some wintertime fun as well.