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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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 New Mexico Rails-to-Trails.

Bear Park
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Ponderosa Heights

Ponderosa Heights might not have many top sights, but The Links at Sierra Blanca and Grindstone Lake are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Ponderosa Heights
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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 The Links at Sierra Blanca.

Sun Valley
MCM Elegante Lodge & Suites Ruidoso
MCM Elegante Lodge & Suites Ruidoso
3 out of 5
107 Sierra Blanca Dr, Ruidoso, NM
The price is AED 629 per night from May 29 to May 30
AED 629
AED 785 total
includes taxes & fees
29 May - 30 May
Stay at this 3-star golf hotel in Ruidoso. Enjoy free WiFi, a golf course, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
"A great place to stay!"

Reviewed on 15 May 2025

MCM Elegante Lodge & Suites Ruidoso
White's City Cavern Inn
White's City Cavern Inn
2.5 out of 5
17 Carlsbad Cavern Hwy, Carlsbad, NM
The price is AED 367 per night from Jun 2 to Jun 3
AED 367
AED 407 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
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! (1,716 reviews)
"Only cold continental breakfast. Only 1 restaurant and only open till 3:00 pm."

Reviewed on 20 May 2025

White's City Cavern Inn
Days Inn by Wyndham Alamogordo
Days Inn by Wyndham Alamogordo
2 out of 5
907 S White Sands Blvd, Alamogordo, NM
The price is AED 312 per night from May 30 to May 31
AED 312
AED 338 total
includes taxes & fees
30 May - 31 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Alamogordo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (827 reviews)
Great Room and a Great Price
"The lobby was small, so I figured the continental breakfast would also be limited. The bedrooms were very clean and well taken care of. The beds were wonderful, the bathroom was very clean and the rooms were quiet. The staff was also very pleasant. The price we paid was certainly a great value vs ..."

Reviewed on 19 May 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham Alamogordo
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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! (303 reviews)
"I wish they would notify guest ahead of time of the pool/hot tub was in repair. The pool was one of the main reasons I booked this place and it was being painted."

Reviewed on 18 May 2025

Crown Point Resort
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (133 reviews)
"It has a nice view, it is a quiet place. The property has some opportunities in its maintenance as doors don't lock properly and some common areas are not in their best."

Reviewed on 28 April 2025

High Sierra Condominium
Village Lodge Condos
Village Lodge Condos
3 out of 5
1000 Mechem Drive, Ruidoso, NM
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Ruidoso. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (305 reviews)
"We stayed here overnight and we really enjoyed it, it was very peaceful and the trees surrounding the property make you feel at home."

Reviewed on 1 May 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
One of several natural sink holes filled with spring water throughout Bottomless Lakes. The water is highly reflective at sunrise, creating something of a mirage in photos that makes the edges appear arch-like.

Bottomless Lakes State Park

4.5/5(61 reviews)

You can take time to visit Bottomless Lakes State Park during your travels to Roswell. Discover the coffeehouses and museums in this family-friendly area.

Bottomless Lakes State Park

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