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Backwater Draw Archaeological Site and Museum

First occupied by Clovis people about 11,000 years ago.

Plan Your Visit

Getting There & Details

Address
Museum: 5 miles northeast of Portales on US-70Site 5 miles north of Portales on NM-467.
Phone
505-356-5235
Website
www.enmu.edu
Map
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While You're in Portales

More Things to Do

Leave room for the unexpected.

The best parts of a trip rarely show up on an itinerary.

Historic Downtown

Includes Roosevelt County Courthouse, U.S. Post Office, retail shops.

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Take the detour.

The extra miles are often where the story begins.

Grulla National Wilflife Refuge

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A place to slow down.

Not every stop needs to be busy to be worth your time.

Miles Museum

Minerals collected nationwide, Mexico. Presentations by ENMU faculty.

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Go where you feel alive.

Pay attention to the places that pull you in without explanation.

Dalley Windmill Collection

More than 85 windmills from around the world with many restored windmills displayed.

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Explore all of Portales →

Outdoors

Nearby Lakes & Parks

Lakes