Eastern New Mexico Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Where to stay in Eastern New Mexico
Downtown
While Downtown isn't home to many top sights, Grindstone Lake and Cree Medows Public Golf Course are some notable places to visit nearby.
Ponderosa Heights
While Ponderosa Heights isn't home to many top sights, The Links at Sierra Blanca and Grindstone Lake are some notable places to visit nearby.
Hollywood
Hollywood might not have many top sights, but Ruidoso Downs Racetrack and Pillow's Funtrackers are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Bear Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bear Park and surrounding area, you can visit Sacramento Peak Observatory and New Mexico Rails-to-Trails.
East Las Vegas
While visiting East Las Vegas, you might make a stop by sights like Gallinas River Park and Gene Torres Golf Course.
Alpine Cellars Village
Alpine Cellars Village might not have many top sights, but Ruidoso Winter Park and The Links at Sierra Blanca are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
White's City Cavern Inn
"The convenience to the caverns is definitely a big plus. I have never stayed here while the water park was open but that seems fun. I loved being able to travel here with my pet and even though I it didn't know at first that my pet was going to come with me, they had no problems finding me a room. ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
CASH REWARDS INN & SUITES
"Love this place. The room is so good for a decent price"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Ruidoso Mountain Inn
"This location. Was on point. Excellent clean, breakfast was really good"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Crown Point Resort
"The condo is older and needs updating. The view is amazing and the location is great. Everything was clean. Very low water pressure and central hot water boiler."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
High Sierra Condominium
"The facility is dated and in need of repair. The surrounding area is littered with trash and discarded building materials. The views were mostly nice however we recommend checking with the property manager regarding room location. A lot of kids being loud staying in the room directly below. Not the ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Upper Canyon Inn & Cabins
"Everything was very good"
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
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Popular places to visit
Alien Zone
Take the family on an outing to Alien Zone during your trip to Roswell. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Grindstone Lake
Explore the great outdoors at Grindstone Lake and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Ruidoso. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its casinos.
Capulin Volcano National Monument
Explore the great outdoors at Capulin Volcano National Monument, a lovely green space in Des Moines.
International UFO Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in International UFO Museum in Roswell. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area
Explore the great outdoors at Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Carlsbad. Discover the desert landscape and mountain views in this walkable area.
Bottomless Lakes State Park
You can take time to visit Bottomless Lakes State Park during your travels to Roswell. Discover the cafes and museums in this family-friendly area.
- Carlsbad Caverns National Park
- Grindstone Lake
- International UFO Museum
- Ute Lake State Park
- Roswell Museum
- Casino Apache
- Ruidoso Downs Racetrack
- Billy the Kid Tombstone
- Bottomless Lakes State Park
- Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area
- Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park
- The Links at Sierra Blanca
- New Mexico Military Institute
- Carlsbad Water Park
- New Mexico Junior College
- Ruidoso Winter Park
- Sitting Bull Falls
- Tucumcari Mountain
- Billy the Kid Museum
- Wingfield Park
- Route 66 Auto Museum
- Santa Fe Trail Museum
