Observatories › Solar

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

Start early. Stay late.

The edges of the day tend to hold the best experiences.

Lodge Golf Course, The

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

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More road, less rush.

There's no need to hurry through something worth experiencing.

Lodge Golf Course

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Follow what feels interesting.

Curiosity is usually a better guide than a strict plan.

Karr Canyon

Prime viewing for warblers, other birds.

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Let the road decide.

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

Bluff Springs

Many bird species, including turkeys and hummingbirds.

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Outdoors

Nearby Lakes & Parks

Lakes