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National Solar Observatory at Sacramento Peak

For study of sun. Visitor center.

Plan Your Visit

Getting There & Details

Address
20 miles south of Cloudcroft along Sunspot National Scenic Byway (NM-6563)
Phone
505-434-7000
Website
www.nso.edu/nsosp/pr
Map
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While You're in Cloudcroft

More Things to Do

Let the road decide.

Plans are useful, but flexibility is where the real discoveries happen.

Lodge Golf Course

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Take the detour.

The extra miles are often where the story begins.

Lodge Golf Course, The

Course Access: ResortHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: 30 days

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Keep moving.

Even slow progress opens up new places and perspectives.

Bluff Springs

Many bird species, including turkeys and hummingbirds.

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Go where you feel alive.

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

Karr Canyon

Prime viewing for warblers, other birds.

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Outdoors

Nearby Lakes & Parks

Lakes