The 8 Best Things to do in Carrizozo, New Mexico (NM)

June 23, 2021 Sheron Bogner

Carrizozo is a town in Lincoln County, New Mexico and is the county seat with a population of 996 at the 2010 census. Founded in 1899, the town provided the main railroad access for Lincoln County, and the town experienced significant population growth in the early decades of the 1900s. However, with declining relevance of the railroad, the population of the town has gradually declined. The town is located at the intersection of U.S. Route 54 and U.S. Route 380.
Restaurants in Carrizozo

401 12th Street, Carrizozo, NM 88301 +1 575-937-1489 [email protected] http://www.photozozo.org
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5.0 based on 17 reviews

Tularosa Basin Gallery of Photography

THE TULAROSA BASIN GALLERY HISTORY The Gallery first opened its doors to the public on Saturday, October 25th, 2014. It currently displays the work of 35 photographers. The mandate requires that all the photographers reside in New Mexico at least part of the year and all the photos were taken in New Mexico, a one-stop overview of the Land of Enchantment.The two-story gallery building was constructed as a hardware store in 1917, only five years after New Mexico became a State. It currently occupies 7,500 sq. ft. of exhibit space make in the largest photographic gallery in New Mexico. Plans to expand to 15,000 sq. ft. when it develops its lower level into additional unique display area. The building, located on historic 12th street, once the center of commerce, is now home to a thriving arts community featuring several galleys and studios.

Reviewed By abqsage - Fort Myers, United States

We had heard that this gallery was worth a stop, and we were not disappointed. They represent a lot of really wonderful photographers- some of the best in the Southwest- and the photos on display are extraordinary. They have all the recent winners of New Mexico Magazine photo contests, and it's great to see them all in one place. All the photos are for sale, as well as a number of good books. We loved the gallery and wish we had had more time to spend there.

2. Valley of Fires Recreation Area

6158 Us-380, Carrizozo, NM 88301 +1 575-648-2241 http://www.recreation.gov/recreationalAreaDetails.do?contractCode=NRSO&recAreaId=1803#
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4.5 based on 231 reviews

Valley of Fires Recreation Area

Reviewed By teresar548

I had been there in the 70's (yes, I'm that old!) and there were no paved trails or campsites. The paved trail and boardwalks were in excellent condition and the signage was very informative. The hilltop view was a perfect photo op spot.

3. Carrizozo Heritage Museum

103 12th St., Carrizozo, NM 88301 +1 575-648-2102 http://carrizozochamber.org/local_pages/Carrizozo%20Heritage%20Museum%20website.htm
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4.0 based on 7 reviews

Carrizozo Heritage Museum

4. Roy's Ice Cream Parlour

1200 E Avenue, Carrizozo, NM 88301 +1 505-648-2921 http://www.roysicecreamparlour.com/
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2.5 based on 6 reviews

Roy's Ice Cream Parlour

5. Soul Of The West Bootique

407 Central Ave. Hwy 54, Carrizozo, NM 88301 +1 575-648-3243 [email protected] http://soulofthewestbootique35.vpweb.com/
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

6. White Oaks Pottery

Route 349, Carrizozo, NM 88301 http://www.whiteoakspottery.com/index.html
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4.5 based on 3 reviews

408 12th St, Carrizozo, NM 88301 +1 575-648-2598 [email protected] http://www.gallery408.com
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4.5 based on 8 reviews

8. Carrizozo Chamber of Commerce

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