YOUR PASS TO Outdoor Recreation!
YOUR PASS TO adventure.
Why Raton?
AFFORDABILITY
Need a fun vacation that doesn't break the bank? Raton is the perfect travel destination. Many amenities and attractions are no to low cost!
PREMIERE OUTDOOR DESTINATION
We're New Mexico's best kept secret. Slow paced with gorgeous and lightly traversed landscapes, we're the perfect pit stop for a fun getaway or simply put, for those that need a break!
THE VIEW
From mountains to mesas to historical architecture, Raton is picturesque and ready for your next Instagram photo op. Make your family and friends jealous with your next Facebook update.
WELCOME HOME
Our locals are what make Raton great. You are bound to make the best friendships here, and leave like we're family! It certainly feels as though we've known each other all of our lives.
Activities
Camping
Camping
Fishing
Fishing
Hunting
Hunting
Kayaking
Kayaking
Skiing
Skiing
Long Range
Long Range
Hiking
Hiking
Biking
Biking
Sports
Sports
Equestrian
Equestrian
...and so much more!
Area Attractions
CAPULIN VOLCANO
CAPULIN VOLCANO
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Thirty minutes from Raton is now extinct Capulin Volcano and its surrounding bluffs. From the top, you can view five different states.
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Things To Do:
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Get a history lesson
about the area -
Hike the volcano rim
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Visit the village of Folsom and swim in the waterfall
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NRA
NRA
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A short drive from Raton is the NRA Whittington Center. Here's your chance to get away and enjoy a majestic view while learning rifle and shotgun technique.
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Things To Do:
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Shooting Ranges
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Hunting
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Lodging & Camping
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Youth Programs
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Museum
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Visit landmarks
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GOAT HILL
& IRIDIUM LAYER
GOAT HILL
& IRIDIUM LAYER
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Located within city limits is our own Raton spin on the Hollywood sign: Goat Hill, which overlooks a majestic skyline of mesas and peaks. You also have access to hike to the exposed Iridium Layer, which formed as a result of a meteorite impact between the Cretaceous and Paleogene period that caused the dinosaurs extinction.
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SUGARITE CANYON
SUGARITE CANYON
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Sugarite Canyon State Park is our favorite all-in-one attraction! Fish from several different lakes, and bring your family for a camping trip they will never forget.
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Things To Do:
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Fishing
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Boating & Water Sports
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Hiking & Horseback riding
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Hunting
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Camping
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CLIMAX CANYON
CLIMAX CANYON
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Located within city limits is Climax Canyon, a 3-mile easy to moderate hike for everyone to enjoy, including fido. The trail overlooks the city, as well as the surrounding valley.
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RATON
COUNTRY CLUB
RATON
COUNTRY CLUB​
The Raton Golf Course is a nine-hole course nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. The surrounding scenery includes a gorgeous view of majestic New Mexico mesas and a variety of wildlife on and near the fairways.
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CIMARRON
CANYON
CIMARRON CANYON
A short drive from Raton to Cimarron Canyon State Park to spend the day fishing in the cool mountain air. Take a Wild West adventure in store at the haunted St. James Hotel.
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Things To Do:
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Camping
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Hiking
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Fishing
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Equestrian
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RATON
PARKS & REC
RATON
PARKS & REC
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Raton is all about parks and recreation. Check out our various sports complexes or play disc golf at our Memorial Roundhouse Park.
Things To Do:
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Walking Trail & Aquatic Center
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Disc Golf
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Playground Space
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Hiking
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Horseshoes & Bocce Ball
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Soccer, Baseball, & Softball
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ENCHANTED CIRCLE
ENCHANTED CIRCLE
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Raton is just off the path of the Enchanted Circle, an 83-mile scenic byway, and the perfect day trip for every season.
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Things To Do:
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Skiing
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Fishing & Hunting
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Ice Fishing
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Hiking & Biking
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Camping & Lodging
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Tours
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Where To Stay
Raton has plenty of hotels and amenities to choose from. Don't forget to book your hotel stay on our website to get the lowest rates!
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