2026 Trail Ride

36th Annual NMMI Alumni Trail Ride

Camp of the Tall Pines | Mayhill, NM

📅 June 2–6, 2026

Get Ready for an Unforgettable Adventure!

The 36th Annual NMMI Alumni Trail Ride returns in 2026 and is heading back to Camp of the Tall Pines in Mayhill, NM!

Join fellow alumni for five days of incredible riding, beautiful scenery, and unmatched camaraderie. This year’s ride continues a long-standing tradition and promises another unforgettable experience — and we can’t wait to share it with you.

📍 Event Details

• Dates: June 2–6, 2026

• Location: Camp of the Tall Pines, Mayhill, NM

  
  

🎟 Registration Pricing

(Updated for 2026)

• Full Ride (June 2–6): $475

• Wednesday–Saturday (June 3–6): $395

• Thursday–Saturday (June 4–6): $285

• One Day Only (includes dinner): $130

• Friday Dinner & Dance Only: $80

  
  

🐎 Horse Rentals (TBD)

Details regarding horse rentals will be announced soon. Please check back for updates.

🏡 Lodging & RV Information

IMPORTANT UPDATE:

For 2026, all cabin and RV reservations will be coordinated directly through the NMMI Alumni Relations Office.

To reserve a cabin or RV spot, please contact:

Kris Ward

Director of Alumni Relations

📞 (575) 624-8614

📧 wardk@nmmi.edu

• An invoice will be sent after payment is received

• Cabins must be rented for the full 4 days

• Availability is limited — early contact is encouraged

• See Cabins below for details

  
  

🚐 Camping & RV Notes

• Dry camping is available on-site

• RV parking is permitted within Camp of the Tall Pines

• Tent campers are welcome throughout the campgrounds

Nearby Lodging Options:

If you prefer to find your own accommodations, here are some nearby options:

RV Parks:

• Deer Spring RV Resort – 8.3 miles

• Camp Rio – 9.1 miles

• Black Bear Group Campground – 19.7 miles

• Silver Overflow Campground – 28.5 miles

Hotels:

• Mayhill Café and Hotel – 9.3 miles

• Lazy Day Cabins and RV – 14.8 miles

• Spur Landing – 19.9 miles

• The Lodge – 20.3 miles

• Hotel Cloudcroft – 20.7 miles

• The Grand Cloudcroft Hotel – 21.2 miles

• Fairfield Inn & Suites – 42.2 miles

🎉 Activities (TBD)

There will also be opportunities to explore nearby areas such as Cloudcroft and Ruidoso.

🤝 Sponsorship Opportunities

Support the 2026 Trail Ride and help us continue this incredible alumni tradition!

Sponsors will receive:

• Recognition in NMMI alumni publications

• Acknowledgment in event materials and social media

• Special recognition during the Trail Ride

💰 Donations may be tax-deductible, as sponsors do not receive a substantial benefit in return. A thank-you letter will be provided for tax purposes.

If you’re interested in supporting this great event, please visit the Sponsorship Tab on the ticket page, where you can contribute any amount you’d like. Your generosity helps us continue this incredible tradition and make it better than ever!

CAMP CABIN RENTALS

Bison Range

Accommodations

• Kitchen

• Living Room

• Full Bath

• 2 Bedrooms

• 1 Queen Bed

• 1 Full Bed

• 1 Twin Bed

• 1 Hide-a-Bed

All the conveniences for a large group! Multiple bedrooms, full kitchen and full bath, and spacious Livingroom.

Dark Timber

Accommodations

• Kitchen

• Living Room

• 2 Full Baths

• 4 Twin over Full Bunks

• 1 Full Over Full Bunk

All the conveniences for a large group! Multiple bunk beds, full kitchen, 2 full baths, and spacious Livingroom.

Ruger Lodge

Accommodations

• Kitchen

• Living Room

• Porch

• 2 twin over twin bunks

• 1 full bed

• 1 single cot

The Infirmary combines comfort, camping, and convenience into one bundle wrapped with the beautiful pines of the Sacramento Mountains.

Kodiac Den

Accommodations

• Kitchen

• Full bath

• 2 Bedrooms

• Large Deck

• Totally Secluded

Kodiac Den combines comfort and convenience into one bundle wrapped with the beautiful pines of the Sacramento Mountains.

Drop Tine

Accommodations

• Full Kitchen

• Full bath

• Living Area

• 2 Full Beds with twin over

Full-Service Cabin with a kitchen, a living area, and two full beds.

Tanglewood Suites

Accommodations

• Partial kitchen

• Full bath

• 1 - twin over full bunk

• 1 - full bed

• Large Deck

• Totally Secluded

Tanglewood combines comfort and convenience into one bundle wrapped with the beautiful pines of the Sacramento Mountains.

The Lazy Moose

Accommodations

• Partial Kitchen

• Living Room

• Full Bath

• Full bed with twin over

• Fold down couch

The Trading Post combines comfort and convenience into one bundle wrapped with the beautiful pines of the Sacramento Mountains.

The Roost

Accommodations

• Kitchen

• Two full beds with twin over

• Refrigerator

• Coffee Maker

• Deck

• Bathroom and showers are a short walk to the lodge

A little closer to the rustic end of things, but not quite camping. Plenty of beds, a refrigerator, and coffee maker.

Timberland

Accommodations

• Cluster of 5 bunk cabins

• 2–3 twin over twin bunks

• Sink with hot/cold water

• Bath House

Timberland has a cluster of 5 bunk cabins, terrific for events and outings that require many beds and basic accommodations.

Timberland- Large Bunk House

Accommodations

• Cluster of 5 bunk cabins

• 2–3 twin over twin bunks

• Sink with hot/cold water

• Bath House

Timberland has a cluster of 5 bunk cabins, terrific for events and outings that require many beds and basic accommodations.