What to do in Eastern New Mexico, NM

Activities, attractions and tours

Historic Apache Mission in Mescalero, NM.  A must stop to visit when driving through Mescalero.
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!
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.
Learn the history of the first train up the mountain to Cloudcroft and get some beautiful shots of the railroad bridge.
Fort Union National Monument 

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Eastern New Mexico Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Eastern New Mexico has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Eastern New Mexico is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Eastern New Mexico to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Eastern New Mexico Attractions

Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Eastern New Mexico.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Eastern New Mexico attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.


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What to do in Eastern New Mexico


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Downtown

When in Downtown, you can plan a visit to Grindstone Lake and Cree Medows Public Golf Course, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Hollywood

While Hollywood isn't home to many top sights, Pillow's Funtrackers and Ruidoso Downs Racetrack are some notable places to visit nearby.

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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.

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Bear Park

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 Cloudcroft Ice Rink.

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Historic San Miguel del Vado Church in New Mexico

East Las Vegas

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If you're spending some time in East Las Vegas, Gene Torres Golf Course and City of Las Vegas Museum are top sights worth seeing.

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Alpine Cellars Village

While Alpine Cellars Village might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ruidoso Winter Park and The Links at Sierra Blanca.

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