Amongst the gentle foothills of the Organ Mountains, Las Cruces boasts both beautiful scenery and a number of community attractions. Great weather encourages residents to visit the breathtaking natural attractions year-round. Explore the great outdoors and take advantage of national monuments, national parks, state parks, and a variety of trails for outdoor recreation. The nearby Organ and Dona Ana Mountains offer spectacular views, hiking, mountain biking, fishing, hunting, camping, horseback riding and more. Just to the northeast, the White Sands National Park presents visitors with unforgettable landscapes of rare gypsum dunes. |