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Alamogordo - Nearby Destinations
Tourist destinations to consider near Alamogordo are listed below. Click on any name for complete information.
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Artesia
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Population: 10,692
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Artesia is a small city that embodies the word “pleasant.” It’s
uncrowded, the air is clean, and there’s never any lack for
activities. And a walk down the Heritage Walkway acts as a reminder of
just how historically significant Artesia is. |
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Carrizozo
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Population: 1,000
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Carrizozo is a tiny little town in the middle of abundant recreational
opportunity, situated in the valley between the Jicarilla Mountains,
the Sierra Oscuro Mountains and the El Malpais lava flow. Located in
close proximity to Valley of Fire National Recreation area and Three
Rivers Petroglyphs, and surrounded by several mountain ranges,
Carrizozo offers its visitors a glimpse into small town New Mexico
while on the same token, feeding their craving for adventure. |
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Cloudcroft
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Population: 750
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Situated within the heart of the Sacramento Mountains and the Lincoln
National Forest, Cloudcroft is an alpine oasis amongst the deserts of
southern New Mexico. Cloudcroft is a favorite destination for many
outdoor recreationalists, offering good access to the mountains and
forests that surround it which, in turn, are ripe with adventure.
Hiking, mountain biking, fishing, downhill and cross country skiing
and golf are only a few of the activities that Cloudcroft is well
known for. |
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Las Cruces
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Population: 75,000
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Las Cruces is the largest city in southwestern New Mexico and has been
a popular resting stop along traditional trade routes for centuries.
Las Cruces is located in the Mesilla Valley, close to the Rio Grande
River and is framed dramatically by the Organ Mountains to its east,
allowing for a variety of recreational adventures within a short drive
of town. Las Cruces prides itself in the number of dining
establishments that exist within its borders, over 100, and visitors
will have little trouble finding good Mexican and New Mexican cuisine. |
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Lincoln
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Population: 1,000
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The small town of Lincoln is steeped in wild west history, its
colorful past painted by the Apache Indians and characters such as
Billy the Kidd and Kit Carson. Interestingly enough, the town of
Lincoln has shunned the plastico fast food and motel franchises that
have sprung up almost everywhere else in New Mexico and visitors will
find only locally owned dining and accommodation options are available
here. In addition to Lincoln's history and heritage, the rolling
grasslands and foothills of the Sierra Blanca Mountains incorporated
in the Fort Stanton Recreation area spread to the west of town,
offering visitors to this area a good variety of recreational
opportunity. |
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Ruidoso
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Population: 8,000
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The mountain hamlet of Ruidoso, elevation 6900 feet, offers alpine
relief from the pounding desert heat of the surrounding lands.
Outdoor recreationalists will find Ruidoso has a variety of activities
at its doorstep, both in summer and winter, and a quaint small
mountain town appeal that works as a retreat for the soul as well as
the body. Visitors looking to round out their recreational quests
will find Ruidoso supports a virile artist community and is loaded
with galleries to explore. Ruidoso is also well known for its horse
racing track, Ruidoso Downs, and its active nightlife. |
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