- TripBuzz found 16 things to do with kids in or near Capitan, New Mexico, including 14 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Ruidoso, Ruidoso Downs and Carrizozo.
- From Smokey Bear Historical Park to Smokey Bear Museum & Gift Shop, the Capitan area offers 21 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Gift Shops, History Museums and Hiking Trails.
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1301 N White Sands Blvd, Alamogordo, NM 88310
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Depicting the local and colorful history of Alamogordo, the Tularosa Basin Historical Society is a collection of preserved artifacts, fascinating records, and entertaining history. The society attracts over 4,500 people every year with its 2,000 square feet of exhibit space.
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Containing asphalt trails and sandy terrain, Desert Foothills Park offers visitors a look at a variety of desert wildlife. Roadrunners, rabbits, and snakes can all be spotted within the park.
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Established in 1898, the Alameda park Zoo is known as the 'Oldest Zoo in the Southwest'. Because of its size, visitors can feel up close and personal with the 250 exotic and native animals on the 12-acre site.
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1110 New York Avenue, Alamogordo, NM 88310
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The Flickinger Center for Performing Arts is located in an old movie theater that was donated to the city and renovated in 1988. Featuring a capacity of 500 seats, the venue is home to a wide variety of events, concerts and other entertainment.
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Known as the 'Birthplace of Smokey the Bear', the Lincoln National Forest covers more than a million acres of pristine mountain lands. Outdoor and wildlife enthusiasts enjoy camping, hiking, hunting, and fishing in this breathtaking forest.