- TripBuzz discovered 11 different types of activities for couples in the Grants area, including Art Gallery (like Rocky's), Specialty Museums (like New Mexico Museum of Mining), Hiking Trails (like El Calderon Trail) and Mountains (like Mount Taylor), and much more.
- We discovered a total of 12 date ideas in or near Grants, New Mexico, including 2 fun or romantic activities in nearby cities within 25 miles like Pueblo of Acoma.
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Highway 53 (28 miles SW of Grants), Grants, NM
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Multiple trails run through the region known as Land of Fire & Ice (Bandera Volcano & Ice Cave). Guests are able to walk through the region to view lava trails and the Ice Cave in addition to visiting the Old Time Trading Post which features many contemporary Native American art.
1.5 Miles
An 11,300 foot peak made from lava flows and extrusive domes in prehistory, Mount Taylor is an impressive geological feature. There is an extensive trail network for hikers, as well as a system of jeep trails.
18.2 Miles
El Calderon Trail is accessible to the public throughout the year and is built around the El Calderon Cinder Cone that was formed roughly 115,000 years ago. Along with hiking and backcountry exploration, the trail leads to several caves for those who are feeling adventurous.
1.4 Miles
The black basalt terrain of the El Malpais National Monument was formed by volcanic activity long ago. Visitors can walk through the landscape to study the rock formations, hike the trails, or even go caving.
0.3 Miles
Dedicated to bringing art and culture to the community, the Cibola Arts Council operates the Double Six Gallery, a display space for local, regional, national, and international art. The gallery hosts a variety of exhibits.
0.7 Miles
Working to preserve the history of the uranium boom during the 1950s, the New Mexico Museum of Mining has several levels and exhibits. The main floor features the relics, exhibits, and videos about the region in general while the elevator takes guests into a recreation of a uranium mine.
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The El Malpais National Conservation Area is comprised of geological, archaeological, and numerous other natural resources. The area offers, trails for biking, hiking and horseback riding, camping, scenic views, caves and ancient historical sites.
0.5 Miles
The New Mexico Mining Museum offers a faithful recreation of the fascinating, dangerous realities of uranium mining, including a mine shaft with elevator. It also offers displays of gems and minerals from various countries.
17.5 Miles
An abandoned relic in what is largely a ghost town, the Budville Trading Post remains a tourist landmark along the old highway Route 66. Tourists have made the long-dormant store a famous photographic touchstone on the old thoroughfare.