Southeastern New Mexico, NM

Travel Guide

Roswell which includes street scenes
White Sands National Monument which includes desert views
White Sands National Monument which includes desert views and vehicle touring
White Sands National Monument showing desert views as well as a small group of people
Carlsbad Caverns National Park showing caves

Where to stay in Southeastern New Mexico

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Ponderosa Heights

Ponderosa Heights might not have many top sights, but Grindstone Lake and Cree Medows Public Golf Course are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Ponderosa Heights
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Bear Park

5/5(1 area review)

While Bear Park might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Sacramento Mountains Museum and Sacramento Peak Observatory.

Bear Park
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Sun Valley

While there might not be top attractions in Sun Valley, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ruidoso Winter Park and Ruidoso Winter Park.

Sun Valley
The Classic Desert Aire Hotel
The Classic Desert Aire Hotel
3 out of 5
1021 S White Sands Blvd, Alamogordo, NM
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 355 per night from Apr 29 to Apr 30
SAR 355
SAR 401 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Alamogordo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,549 reviews)
"My husband and I stayed 2 nights and enjoyed everything about our stay. Very friendly staff, great breakfast and a clean and comfortable room! We highly recommend."

Reviewed on 13 April 2025

The Classic Desert Aire Hotel
White's City Cavern Inn
White's City Cavern Inn
2.5 out of 5
17 Carlsbad Cavern Hwy, Carlsbad, NM
Stay at this hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,676 reviews)
"Property is in a perfect location for both Carlsbad cavern and Guadalupe Mt National Parks. But limited dining options!"

Reviewed on 15 April 2025

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White's City Cavern Inn
Ruidoso Mountain Inn
Ruidoso Mountain Inn
2.5 out of 5
25971 US Highway 70, Ruidoso, NM
The price is SAR 281 per night from Apr 17 to Apr 18
SAR 281
SAR 337 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ruidoso. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews)
"Convenient area"

Reviewed on 10 April 2025

Ruidoso Mountain Inn
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High Sierra Condominium
High Sierra Condominium
3 out of 5
504 Excalibur Rd, Ruidoso, NM
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly condo in Ruidoso. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Casino Apache Travel Center ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (132 reviews)
Mountain stay
"Really nice view on the balcony. This was very high up on a mountain. The beds were okay nothing fancy but we had a good time. Definitely will come back again. There ia no fires for bbq at the stay but a place by the office where u can bbq"

Reviewed on 24 March 2025

High Sierra Condominium
Crown Point Resort
Crown Point Resort
3 out of 5
220 Crown Drive, Ruidoso, NM
Stay at this 3-star condo in Ruidoso. Enjoy free parking, a fitness center, and tennis courts. Popular attractions Pillow's Funtrackers and Cree Medows Public ...
9/10 Wonderful! (297 reviews)
Beautiful views
"Really beautiful area affordable price and great room , big master, nice and clean with beautiful view"

Reviewed on 14 April 2025

Crown Point Resort
Upper Canyon Inn & Cabins
Upper Canyon Inn & Cabins
3 out of 5
215 Main Road, Ruidoso, NM
Stay at this 3-star cabin in Ruidoso. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Grindstone Lake and Cree Medows Public Golf Course are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (337 reviews)
"Clean and quiet! Made for a very relaxing stay."

Reviewed on 7 April 2025

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Popular places to visit

Carlsbad Caverns National Park featuring caves as well as an individual male

Carlsbad Caverns National Park

5/5(162 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Carlsbad Caverns National Park, a lovely green space in Carlsbad. Discover the area's desert landscape and seek out the hiking trails.

Carlsbad Caverns National Park
Good donuts in a fun, b-movie sci-fi themed cafe. Classic Flash Gordon episodes were showing the other day.

Alien Zone

4/5(126 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Alien Zone during your trip to Roswell. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Alien Zone
East and South of Fort Sumner, you will find the infamous Billy the Kid's grave site. It is in a cage and then bolted to the ground in another cage to keep people from stealing his tombstone, which has been stolen a few times they say.

Billy the Kid Tombstone

Find out about the history of Fort Sumner when you take a trip to Billy the Kid Tombstone. Amble around the area's riverfront or experience its museums.

Billy the Kid Tombstone
Pools atop the cliff from which Sitting Bill Falls cascade. This beautiful spot is a short but intense hike to reach; well worth the effort!

Sitting Bull Falls

4.5/5(14 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Sitting Bull Falls during your travels in Carlsbad. Amble around the area's parks, or seek out its hiking trails.

Sitting Bull Falls
Check out Billy the Kid's spurs at The Billy the Kid museum at Fort Sumner, New Mexico.

Billy the Kid Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Billy the Kid Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Fort Sumner. Take in the museums and mountain views in the area.

Billy the Kid Museum

Grindstone Lake

4.5/5(140 reviews)

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.

Grindstone Lake