Casinos

CASINOS MAY RESULT IN AMUSEMENT

Similar to country clubs, casinos are specialized spaces for socializing. In a casino, the main attraction is gaming and entertainment rather than golfing. Most casinos feature a wide variety of card games and slot machines, where players can gamble cash or casino chips. Many casinos also have lodging accommodations and restaurant service. Here’s a roundup of the area’s casinos.

SKY UTE RESORT & CASINO

14324 Highway 172 North, Ignacio (970) 563-7777 www.skyutecasino.com

The casino in Ignacio boasts over 600 state-of-the-art slot machines featuring games like Festival of Riches, Lucky Lines, Gold Bar 7s and Baccarat. The 45,000-squarefoot gaming floor also hosts table games like blackjack, craps, roulette and poker, as well as a 200-seat bingo hall. Guests can enjoy live entertainment from comedians and musicians, go bowling or play a round of miniature golf at Sky Ute Casino. The resort features a day spa onsite in addition to four restaurants.

SUNRAY PARK & CASINO

39 Road 5568, Farmington (505) 566-1200 www.sunraygaming.com

In Farmington, SunRay Park & Casino is a hot spot for hot slots. The casino has over 400 slot machines in addition to card tables. Catch the full season of live horse racing via the simulcast theater, which includes over 40 screens to watch races happening coastto-coast. The on-site restaurant, Sportz Arena, serves American fare and traditional New Mexican cuisine and hosts live music on Friday and Saturday nights.

NORTHERN EDGE CASINO

2752 Indian Service Road 36, Farmington (505) 960-7000

New games are always being added to Northern Edge Casino’s 86,000-square-foot gaming area. Among the 750 slot machines and a wide variety of popular table games, the casino also houses a food court that serves American fare and authentic Navajo meals. An on-site restaurant and bar, Cedar Bow, increases the food offerings for casino guests. Since opening in 2012, the venue has hosted a variety of live entertainment, including concerts and comedy shows.

UTE MOUNTAIN CASINO

3 Weeminuche Drive, Towaoc (970) 565-8800 www.utemountaincasino.com

Featuring over 700 games and hot slots, Ute Mountain Casino in Towaoc is just 20 minutes from Mesa Verde National Park. The hotel and resort includes state-ofthe-art gaming facilities and a 400seat bingo hall. Live table games include traditional favorites such as poker, blackjack and roulette. Kuchu’s Restaurant serves guests breakfast, lunch and dinner, and there is no alcohol served anywhere in the casino.

Forget about Vegas. Get your game on where the mountains meet the mesas, and unearth a wealth of entertainment at these regional casinos.