Location: Cloudcroft
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The 8 Best Sights & Landmarks in Cloudcroft, New Mexico (NM)
Cloudcroft is a village in Otero County, New Mexico, and is within the Lincoln National Forest. The population was 674 at the 2010 census. Despite being located in an otherwise arid region, its extremely high elevation (8,600 feet (2,600 m); one of the highest in the U.S.) allows for a relatively mild summer that makes it a popular tourist attraction in West Texas and New Mexico. It was named by Fodor's in 2002 as the Number 3 "Most Overlooked and Underrated Destination Spot." Tourism remains the primary economic driver of the village.
Restaurants in Cloudcroft
1. Nichols Ranch and Orchards
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By T_Whit78 - Texas, United States
Took the kids for the their first time to pick apples off the tree. At first they were not to sure, but when we go there and they saw all the different things they could do they got excited. The staff there is very friendly and so are the dogs. We got a hay ride down to the orchards to pick some apple. Just a reminder that if you are looking for honey crisp apples you will need to go early in the season (end of AUG). We picked all kinds from red delicious, gold delicious, fugi, wine crisp (cooking apples instead of granny) and even got some gala. The kids sure did enjoy it cause we came home with 50lbs of apples. HAHA. They have some kind of harvest year round so take a day off from the techno world and send some time doing something fun outside.
2. Sacramento Mountains Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By F6188VIamandaw - Midland, United States
Open only on Friday and Saturday during the winter, as are many attractions in the area. The town of Lincoln also has limited hours as well. Check their website before going!
3. New Mexico Rails-to-Trails
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 91 reviews
Reviewed By bhorton417 - Mayhill, United States
Super view of the history of this area. Tells the development of the area at the turn of the century. Interesting for sure. Explains the origin of the village area.
4. State Route 244
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By Jump007 - Waco, United States
Beautiful and calm drive through the woods. You can see plenty of wildlife. We generally see more wild mustangs out there. We have seen a few elk and a lot of deer. Really nice drive from Ruidoso to Cloudcroft via hwy 244. You will not be disappointed on this drive if you love getting off the beaten track!
5. The Burro Street Exchange
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 25 reviews
A Unique "Must Stop" shopping experience with a mix of retail shops, eateries and professional offices reflecting the "Old West" ambiance of the Village of Cloudcroft, NM. Stroll the boardwalk and enjoy the quaint shops featuring: Old Barrel Tea Company, Cloudcroft Trading Post, Mountaintop Candle Shop, Noisy Water Winery, Burro Street Bakery, Tree Top Teez & ATV rental, Redwall Jewelry, ATELIER Art of Hair studio, Mountain Top Accounting, Blue Water Real Estate, LePree’s Global Comfort Food, Imaginary Books & Collectibles, and Mountain Monthly Newspaper.
Reviewed By snoopyck64 - Louisiana, United States
I love going here and never know what to expect each time. I always find some of the most interesting stuff here.
