- Our list of the best things to do in Cloudcroft, New Mexico, features the top 29 nearby activities — including 16 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Cloudcroft, NM has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Museums & Galleries, Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, and Adventures.
- The results below include the top 8 things to do within the city of Cloudcroft, NM , followed by 21 popular activities in nearby cities, including Alamogordo, Ruidoso and High Rolls Mountain Park
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26301 Hwy 70 West, Ruidoso Downs, NM 88346
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The history of the American West is put on display at the Hubbard Museum of the American West. Entertainment and education is woven into the programs while the exhibits show a wide collection of artifacts, including Native American artifacts, cowboy artifacts, saddles, and wagons.
27.3 Miles
Home to the World's Richest Quarter-Horse Race, Ruidoso Downs is an ideal entertainment destination that includes more than just the ponies. Featuring a variety of on-site restaurants and bars and year-round gaming at the Billy the Kid Casino.
30.4 Miles
Located in a forested area with several scenic overlooks, Bonito Stables provides daily trail rides from 9am to 5pm for one hour trips. Children of all ages are welcome to learn how to ride on these gentle and easy paths.
30.5 Miles
Featuring dozens of groomed trails, Ski Apache is an ideal destination for family friendly skiing. Visitors to this breathtaking resort can ski, snowboard, and even go tubing while lessons are available for beginners.
31.0 Miles
The Links at Sierra Blanca is a 120 acre golf course designed by architects Jim Colbert and Jeff Bauer. Other than the course itself, attractions include a golf shop, snack bar, and occasional special events.
31.6 Miles
Located at the popular horse racing mecca, Ruidoso Downs, the Billy the Kid Casino provides visitors with gaming action and plentiful food and beverage options. The casino features a wide-variety of slot, video poker, and video blackjack machines.
35.9 Miles
A visit to White Sands National Monument is like being in the middle of a waterless expanse of pristine white sands. Visit the museum and spend an afternoon hiking and even sledding down the sandy dunes.
41.8 Miles
The Visitors Center at the Smokey Bear Historical Park features exhibits about forest health, forest fires, and fire ecology. Outdoor exhibits display six of the vegetative life zones in New Mexico, and there are also picnic areas and a playground.
41.8 Miles
Tracking the live and times of the real Smokey Bear the Smokey Bear Museum & Gift Shop allows guests to learn more about the legend. His grave site is also part of the attraction as is an extensive line of Smokey Bear souvenirs and apparel.