Many locals don't know about four must-visit places in New Mexico. From ethereal rock formations to remote lava caves, you'll want to experience them all.

New Mexico desert escapes with big views, simple routes, and low-effort stops perfect for calm, memorable weekends.

The red sandstone buttes and rugged expanses of Monument Valley, in the Navajo Nation, have long invited visitors from around the world to experience this landscape worthy of a classic Western film.