Fort Sumner Vacations

Step back in time at this museum housing over 60,000 relics from the Wild West, including Billy the Kid's rifle and original "Wanted" poster. Explore artifacts that bring frontier history to life.

This legendary tombstone marks the final resting place of Wild West outlaw Billy the Kid. Visit the caged grave and explore the nearby museum for a complete glimpse into frontier justice.

This memorial chronicles the tragic Long Walk where Navajo and Mescalero Apache peoples were forcibly relocated in the 1860s. Explore trails and exhibits honoring Native resilience through this dark chapter of history.

This solemn memorial chronicles the 1860s forced internment of Navajo and Mescalero Apache people. Exhibits feature personal narratives, fort remains, and reconstructed dwellings that honor indigenous resilience.

The Old Fort Sumner Museum honors the tragic Navajo forced relocation to Bosque Redondo. Its architecture—inspired by traditional hogans and tepees—creates a powerful space for understanding this pivotal Native American history.

This 4,500-acre reservoir offers prime fishing, boating, and abundant wildlife viewing in a tranquil setting. Reserve a lakeside campsite to experience spectacular sunsets and star-filled skies after a day on the water.