Lincoln County, NM

New Mexico

Historic military outpost of the New Mexican Territory from the mid-19th century, in use for more than a century. Fort Stanton, New Mexico.
Stopped for a walk along the river. Lots of deer on the bank! #River #NewMexico #Hiking
Ran into an unkempt dam along the river. Kinda cool, #Waterfall #River #NewMexico
Carrizozo is a town in Lincoln County, New Mexico and is the county seat with a population of 996 at the 2010 census. Founded in 1899, the town provided the main railroad access for Lincoln County, and the town experienced significant population growth in the early decades of the 1900s. However, with declining relevance of the railroad, the population of the town has gradually declined. The town is located at the intersection of U.S. Route 54 and U.S. Route 380.
Carrizozo New Mexico Carrizozo is a town in Lincoln County, New Mexico and is the county seat with a population of 996 at the 2010 census. Founded in 1899, the town provided the main railroad access for Lincoln County, and the town experienced significant population growth in the early decades of the 1900s. However, with declining relevance of the railroad, the population of the town has gradually declined. The town is located at the intersection of U.S. Route 54 and U.S. Route 380.

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yellow wildflowers and cactus growing in the ancient volcanic pahohoe lava flows in valley of fires recreation area, near carrizozo, new mexico
Carrizozo
Known for Friendly people, Small town and Dining
Trip time! Discover the local cuisine, natural setting, and museums in quaint Carrizozo.

Reasons to visit

  • Valley of Fires Recreation Area
  • White Oaks Pottery
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Ruidoso
Ruidoso
Known for Family-friendly, Mountains and Skiing
Walk in the footsteps of Billy the Kid while discovering the natural beauty of one of New Mexico’s most popular resort towns.

Reasons to visit

  • Grindstone Lake
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Capitan Mountains
Capitan
Known for Natural parks and Museums
Capitan awaits: its parks, museums, and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Smokey Bear Historical Park
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The evening mountains in New Mexico
Ruidoso Downs
Known for Friendly people, Mountains and Casinos
Explore Ruidoso Downs: its casinos, mountain views, entertainment, and more!
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Alto
Alto
Known for Nature, Horseback riding and Baseball
Escape to relaxing Alto! Enjoy its horseback riding, baseball, and theater.
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Nogal Peak White Mountains New Mexico 2020
Nogal
Explore attractions like Ski Apache and Bonito Lake as you discover things to see and do in Nogal.
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