McKinley County Find Your Joy

10/23/2026

The Zuni Mountains are flowing.

After nearly two inches of rain from the remnants of Hurricane Trudy, Milk Ranch Canyon comes alive with a series of cascading waterfalls, catching the morning light as the sun rises over the rugged landscape.

Tucked into a narrow bedrock ravine, these waterfalls are a reminder of how dramatically the landscape can transform when big storms bring moisture to the Zuni Mountains.

Want to see them for yourself? Milk Ranch Canyon is accessible from the Milk Ranch Canyon Trailhead along NM 400. Conditions can be slippery, so use caution when exploring, especially after heavy rainfall.

10/23/2026

This is the last tour of the year! They will resume again in January of 2027.

TOMORROW (10/24)!

10/21/2026

All of the moisture this fall has brought a flush of mushrooms and fungi in our area, but this one is especially interesting!

10/05/2026

10/02/2026

SAFETY ALERT – ROAD CONDITIONS

National Forest System Road (NFSR) 157 is damaged and impassable due recent rain events between Timberlake and McGaffey/Gallup, New Mexico. Drivers are advised to use caution.

Motorists traveling between Timberlake and McGaffey/Gallup are advised to seek an alternate route.

10/01/2026

Thursday morning brought a little magic to the McKinley County landscape. A blanket of fog filled the valleys while Church Rock emerged above the clouds, glowing in the first light of sunrise.

09/30/2026

Fingers crossed that the weather doesn't put a damper on Hallowheels tomorrow. Just a reminder Hallowheels will be tomorrow night (weather permitting). Dress warm as it is a little chilly.

It's nearly that time of year again! Come out, join us, dress up and have fun. There are two pump tracks now too.

09/28/2026

We invite you to the next monthly ARTZ art market, which will be held on the same day as the Zuni Harvest Dance! Bring family and friends to Zuni to enjoy meeting and chatting with community artists. Enjoy the festivities and don't forget to visit the other galleries along MainStreet. All vendors are invited to set up a booth. You can call or stop by the ARTZ Coop with any questions. Applications are available in-store or online at zunipuebloart.com.