New Mexico Enchantment


Things to do while you’re staying with us in the desert

  • Explore your surroundings: Take a walk and explore the desert landscape. You might be surprised at what you find.
  • Stargaze: The clear skies of the desert make for an amazing stargazing experience. Lie down and enjoy the view.
  • Build a fire: Build a fire to keep warm at night, and to cook food if you have any.
  • Meditate: The peace and quiet of the desert can be a great place to meditate and clear your mind.
  • Read a book: Bring a good book and lose yourself in the story.
  • Take photographs: The desert can be a beautiful and unique place to take photographs.
  • Write in a journal: Use the solitude of the desert to reflect on your thoughts and feelings and write them down.
  • Listen to music: Bring some music and enjoy the solitude of the desert while listening to your favorite tunes.
  • Practice survival skills: If you’re interested in survival skills, the desert can be a great place to practice them.
  • Relax and enjoy the solitude: The desert is a great place to escape the stresses of daily life and simply relax and enjoy the solitude.
  • Go on a hike: The desert can offer some amazing hiking opportunities. Put on some sturdy shoes and explore the nearby trails.
  • Do some yoga: The quiet and peaceful atmosphere of the desert can be the perfect place to practice yoga and stretch your body.
  • Learn about desert plants and animals: The desert is home to unique plant and animal life. Use your time alone to learn about them and observe them in their natural habitat.
  • Try stargazing photography: If you have a camera and are interested in photography, try capturing the beauty of the desert night sky.
  • Have a picnic: Pack some food and enjoy a solo picnic in the middle of the desert.
  • Collect rocks and shells: The desert may have some interesting rocks and shells to collect. Take some time to explore and gather interesting specimens.
  • Draw or paint the landscape: If you’re artistically inclined, use the beauty of the desert as inspiration for your art.
  • Learn a new skill: Use your time in the desert to learn a new skill or hobby, such as playing an instrument or practicing a new language.
  • Do some birdwatching: The desert is home to many unique bird species. Bring a pair of binoculars and enjoy watching them in their natural habitat.
  • Take a nap: Sometimes the best thing to do when you’re alone in the desert is to simply relax and take a nap under the warm sun.