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Clayton

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Take the detour.

The extra miles are often where the story begins.

McNees Crossing

Santa Fe Trail site named for trader killed there in 1828. Nearby SFT Ruts.

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Attractions

Things to Do in Clayton

Keep it easy.

The best days usually come without pressure or overplanning.

Eklund Dining Room / Saloon

Hotel built 1892-1902. Wild West photos.

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Stay curious.

A small detour can turn into something worth remembering.

Clayton Lake State Park

Fishing, picnicking, hiking, camping, dinosaur tracks.

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Start early. Stay late.

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

Black Jack Ketchum’s Grave

Train robber hanged in Clayton in 1901.

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Not every place needs a reason.

Sometimes it's enough just to be there.

Herzstein Memorial Museum

Homestead memorabilia, art collection.

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Let the road decide.

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

Dry Cimarron Scenic Byway

Take NM 406 north to NM 456, 40 miles north of Clayton.

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Pause when it feels right.

Some stops aren't on the map, but they're worth taking.

Clayton Golf Club

Course Access: PublicHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes

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Follow what feels interesting.

Curiosity is usually a better guide than a strict plan.

Kiowa and Rita Blanca National Grasslands

Grasslands for outdoor recreation, range, watershed, fish, wildlife. Santa Fe Trail hiking, 2 miles of…

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