Nestled in the cool pines of Lincoln County, Ruidoso Downs Race Track and Billy the Kid Casino offers year round excitement.  During the summer months we offer live quarter horse and thoroughbred racing every weekend.  Simulcast wagering is available every day throughout the year.  We also offer a slots-only casino featuring many of the hottest games available.

Ruidoso Downs is a short drive from Alamogordo, Albuquerque,  Roswell or even El Paso. The area also boasts many world-renowned public and private golf courses, skiing and beautiful nature trails for other year round activities.