Lincoln State Monument / National Landmark

Restored frontier town, site of Billy the Kid’s last excape. Focal point is the Lincoln County War (1878). Museums.

Getting There & Details

Address
32 miles northeast of Ruidoso on US-380
Phone
505-653-4372
Website
www.museumofnewmexico.org
Map
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Take the detour.

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Worley Hotel

1881 living history museum set in hotel once owned by Sheriff Pat Garrett. Exhibits, history…

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Worth the stop.

Some places don't need much time, just the right moment.

Lincoln County Overland Stage Company

Real stagecoach rides for entire family.

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Simple trips are often the best.

You don't need much for a place to leave an impression.

Historic Lincoln

Exhibits include: Billy the Kid, 1878 Lincoln County War, cowboys, Apaches, Buffalo Soldiers. Video daily…

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