Around Town

All Veterans Memorial Plaza is located within Animas Park, along the Animas River. This memorial park is a place where all veterans can be honored and remembered. 

During the summer, explore Farmington's River Walk Trails on bike and or tube the Animas River - with Animas Outdoors!  This family owned business offers river tube rentals, shuttle service and bike rentals to help you enjoy the beauty of Animas and Berg Park.

At the very heart of Farmington you will find a beautiful system of trails nestled along the Animas River.  Visitors can enjoy walking, running and biking along the trails and explore parks, playgrounds, the Riverside Nature Center and All Veterans Memorial year-round.     

Right at the heart of Farmington you will find Animas and Berg Parks. Amidst the river walk trails and parks you will discover the Animas River Whitewater Park. This is the perfect stop for those looking to tube, kayak or raft the Animas River.

The Farmington Aquatic Center provides indoor water recreation for the whole family, year round! 

In the summer of 2019, visitors to Bisti Bay at Brookside Park can enjoy the lazy river, an in-pool playground, spray features, areas to play aquatic volleyball and basketball, rentable party pavilions, on-site food truck and three lap lanes (open during lap swim). Water slides to open summer of 2020. The pool is open daily through Labor Day.

Glade Run Recreation Area, also known as the Glade, consists of 19,000 acres of open public land along the noth and northwest side of Farmington. At an elevation of 5,669 feet, this popular recreation area consists of sandy arroyos, slickrock, rolling foothills and mountain trails. The Glade offers motorcycle, mountain bike, ATV/UTV, Jeeps and equestrian trails. The area is open year round, dry overnight camping is permitted. 

Civitan Municipal Golf Course is a Par 3 course. A local favorite, this golf course is centrally located within Farmington. A Footgolf Course is also onsite.

Over 800 acres of fun is waiting for off-road enthusiasts at the Dunes Vehicle Recreation Area. Located just 1.5 miles south of Farmington, this OHV area has been created by 40+ years of off-road vehicle use.

Pickleball is quickly becoming a popular sport for all ages and Farmington offers plenty of options to help you find a court.

Indoor trampoline park with hours of fun for all ages! 

It's no secret, Farmington has some truly phenomenal off roading. Four Corners Explorers is the perfect service to help you experience the trails and vistas everyone's talking about. This local, family-owned business offers UTV rentals for you and your friends or family to venture out into nature and have a thrilling experience like never before!  Half and full day rentals are available, as are guided Dark Sky Tours.

Head Canyon OHV Recreation Area is located just south of Dunes Vehicle Recreation Area. Both are located on the south end of Farmington on Highway 371.  Head Canyon is designated primarily for OHV motorcross racing.

Lake Farmington offers outdoor lovers a variety of adventures within the city limits! The lake is open year-round for fishing and camping, and seasonally for boating and swimming.  Visit The Beach at Lake Farmington for swimming and make time to explore the mountain biking, hiking and horseback riding trails. Bird watching is also a popular activity at Lake Farmington. A variety of hummingbirds, eagles, hawks and heron frequent this city oasis.

This unique 27 hole disc golf course sits amidst spectacular high desert terrain with endless views. This is a must see and play!

The San Juan College Equipment Rental Facility offers you the opportunity to rent equipment to get you out on the trail, on the water, or in the mountains. Best of all, they offer it for the best price in the Four Corners!  The experienced OERC staff can offer great ideas for places to raft, bike, backpack or climb. Hours of operation: Monday and Thursday 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Friday 4:00 to 7:00 p.m., Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Pinon Hills Municipal Golf Course is a must for any golfer.  This scenic course was voted the 2018 best course in New Mexico by Golf Advisor, has been ranked one of the top Municipal Golf Courses in the United States and is a favorite for regional golfers. Test your skills at this high-desert oasis and discover what all the buzz is about! 

The Riverside Nature Center is a unique place to observe wildlife, begin a walk through the River Walk Trails and learn about local flora and fauna! 

Sacred Rebel Yoga Studio in Farmington is a place you can come to feel warm, welcomed, accepted, encouraged and loved. This studio offers aerial, hot, hatha, yin and holy yoga.  Classes offered regularly and private classes/parties are available. 

Located on the campus of San Juan College, this disc golf course is a local favorite!

Home of the San Juan Open, this exceptionally challenging eighteen-hole golf course is complete with driving range and practice greens.

Cool off this summer with a trip to The Beach at Lake Farmington. This family-friendly oasis offers sandy beaches, lap lanes, play areas, water slides, a trampoline, kayaks and paddleboard rentals. The Beach at Lake Farmington is a must for your summer play list!