The Secret Town In New Mexico That’s Perfect For A Sweet Escape
Cloudcroft, a small village in southern New Mexico, offers a perfect weekend getaway with outdoor activities and charming lodging options.
What is your idea of a weekend getaway? Camping on a beach? Relaxing in scenic hot spring pools? Or, maybe you prefer an escape to a tiny mountain town? If that last one sounds ideal, then you're in the right place because we're taking a look at one little village that is perfect for a quick escape.
This is Cloudcroft, a village with a population of just 674 sitting in the mountains of southern New Mexico.
There are plenty of areas to enjoy the outdoors, whether it's visiting a ranch, going skiing, or hitting the trails for a hike.
One of the most popular spots here is an old railroad trestle sitting alone and abandoned in Mexican Canyon.
Read more about the enticing hike in one of our previous articles.
For places to stay, try the The Lodge Resort at Cloudcroft, a lovely resort with hints of Victorian charm in its 59 rooms.
Another lodging option is the Crofting Inn, a bed and breakfast that offers a cozy experience. You can find details about booking a stay at the inn on their website.
Cloudcroft is located in southern New Mexico, approximately 87 miles northeast of Las Cruces via US-70. Read more about the town’s history, lodging, dining, and activity options by checking out its website.
Looking for another little town to visit in New Mexico? You’ll love Pecos, which you can read about in The Small Town In New Mexico You’ve Never Heard Of But Will Fall In Love With.
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