- The list below includes 2 free or cheap things to do in or near Clayton, New Mexico, including 4 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, National & State Parks, Hiking Trails and Volcanos.
- From Herzstein Memorial Museum to Clayton Lake State Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Clayton.
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The history of the region is put on display at the Herzstein Memorial Museum. There are exhibits covering the Dust Bowl, the Works Progress Administration, and an antique saddle collection along with those that look into the Jewish heritage and presence in New Mexico.
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The rolling grasslands of the Clayton Lake State Park serve as an oasis within northern New Mexico. Visitors are able to enjoy picnicking, hiking, camping, and fishing in addition to viewing more than 500 dinosaur prints.
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The Black Mesa Trail is a 4.2 mile hiking destination that provides scenic views of wildflowers and wildlife. Additionally, about two miles of the switchback is rocky, providing a climbing area for visitors to enjoy.
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The dramatic landscape of the volcano and surrounding environment is the highlight of the Capulin Volcano National Monument. The site demonstrates the forces involved in volcano formaiton and is home to cougars and bears.