Accommodation: Arusha Coffee Lodge

With snowcapped alpine tundra, 19 fishable lakes, and over 550,000 stunning acres of picturesque lands, Vermejo is the jewel of northern New Mexico. Its diverse landscape is home to a wide variety of wildlife including elk, bison, black bears, and mountain lions. Whether riding horseback through open fields, exploring turn-of-the-century charcoal kilns, or fly fishing for Rio Grande cutthroat trout, Vermejo has something for everyone.

Package Includes:

• 550,000+ acres

• 1,200+ wild bison

• 19 fishable lakes

• 30 miles of pristine streams

• Holistic spa services

• Professional photography services

• Traditional American cuisine

• Rates inclusive of all meals, non-alcoholic beverages, and two daily activities

How to get here?:

• Nearest International Airports
  Denver International Airport (DEN)
  Colorado Springs (COS)
  Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ)

• Please do not rely on GPS to guide you, as this often results in travel errors; instead, please follow the driving instructions below.

  • Exit I-25 at southern Raton Exit # 450.

  • Make immediate left turning West onto NM State Hwy 555 (you will see the Tractor Supply store on your left at the turn for Hwy 555).

  • Continue on Hwy 555 for ~32 miles.

  • At mile ~32, the road transitions to gravel.

  • Follow signs to Vermejo electronic gate and follow gate instructions (~3 miles).

  • Continue on the main road to Vermejo Headquarters.

  • Follow signs to Guest Check-In.

Why not?:

• At Vermejo, we have a deep appreciation for the beauty and intricacies of the natural world. As stewards of spectacular and biodiversity-rich lands, our passion is to share the transformative power of nature with guests through authentic and meaningful experiences at our unique wilderness properties. We are committed to restoring, sharing, and safeguarding America’s wild places for future generations while providing an inspiring guest experience that showcases our planet’s natural treasures.