Community

Aztec

Aztec is in the northwest corner of New Mexico, in the diverse Four Corners area with Ancient Trails Sub-division with its lots and homesites only 7 min away, is a growing community of many backgrounds. Farmington and the surrounding area is recognized world wide for its cultural heritage. It is rich in art and history that has been carefully preserved for all to enjoy. Escape to the mountains of Colorado or the deserts of Arizona and Utah which are a short drive away. Many of the amenities that one looks for in a city can be found including the newly expanded San Juan Regional Hospital, San Juan College, Four Corners Airport, golf courses and great shopping and dining. Rafting, fishing, horseback riding, hiking and camping are just a few of the outdoor activities in the area.

• City of Aztec’s website
• Aztec Chamber of Commerce

Medical Facilities

The Four Corners area is served by two modern medical centers, the largest of which is found locally in Farmington, only 20 minutes from Ancient Trails, with Mercy Regional Medical Center a mere 40 minutes away.

• San Juan Regional Medical Center, Farmington, New Mexico
• Mercy Regional Medical Center, Durango, Colorado

Shopping & Dining

From the quaint, historic Main Street shopping area in Aztec to main stream shops in Farmington including Target, Dillard’s and Sam’s Club, the area’s shopping is as diverse as its culture. Whether you’re looking for a unique gift or something for your new home, the offerings will never disappoint. There are also a variety of dining options including everything from a local brewery and pizza house to conventional restaurants including Outback and Red Lobster. And it’s all just minutes away from Ancient Trails where you can build your beautiful home.

Schools

Nearby Aztec Area Schools These are the schools located closest to Ancient Trails. Here you will find a wealth of information on sports/activities, music programs, schedules and much more.

• Aztec High School
• Koogler Middle School
• McCoy Elementary School

San Juan College San Juan College offers over 72 different degrees and certificates in Health Sciences, Business and Information Technology, Continuing Education, Energy, Extended Learning, Humanities, Math and Science, and Trades & Technology. SJC began in 1956, and the college now has a credit enrollment of more than 5,500 students per semester.

Recreation

Golf

• Piñon Hills Golf Course, Farmington, New Mexico. In 2002, this Ken Dye course was rated by Golf Digest as the #1 municipal golf course in the nation.
• San Juan Country Club Farmington, New Mexico
• Civitan Golf Course Farmington, New Mexico
• Dalton Ranch Golf Club Durango, Colorado. Another Ken Dye course located in the beautiful Animas Valley just north of Durango.
• Hillcrest Golf Club Durango, Colorado
• Riverview Golf Course Kirtland, New Mexico
• Hidden Valley Golf Club Aztec, New Mexico

Skiing

• Durango Mountain Resort Colorado. With 11 lifts, 85 runs, and 1200 acres of skiable area you will never run out of terrain. Vertical drop is 2,029 feet.
• Telluride Ski Resort
• Wolf Creek Ski Area San Juan Mountains, Colorado. 1,600 acres and 77 runs. Add an average snowfall of 39 feet annually and the most powder in Colorado and you have excellent skiing.
• Hesperus Ski Center Mesa Verde, Colorado
• Silverton Ski Area San Juan Mountains, Colorado
• Sandia Peak Ski Area New Mexico

Fishing & Water Sports

• San Juan River, 4.25 miles just below Navajo Dam is known to fly fishermen as “the Juan” and is among the most hallowed trout fishing waters in North America
• Navajo Dam and Lake, Navajo Lake is New Mexico’s second largest lake–more than 15,000- acre ft. capacity –and offers the full gamut of water sports and services only 31 minutes away.