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Clayton

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Take the detour.

The extra miles are often where the story begins.

Kiowa and Rita Blanca National Grasslands

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

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Attractions

Things to Do in Clayton

Keep it easy.

The best days usually come without pressure or overplanning.

Dry Cimarron Scenic Byway

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

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Stay a little longer.

Rushing through a place rarely does it justice.

Clayton Golf Club

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

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Keep it easy.

The best days usually come without pressure or overplanning.

Black Jack Ketchum’s Grave

Train robber hanged in Clayton in 1901.

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Take the detour.

The extra miles are often where the story begins.

Herzstein Memorial Museum

Homestead memorabilia, art collection.

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Stay curious.

A small detour can turn into something worth remembering.

McNees Crossing

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

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Simple trips are often the best.

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

Clayton Lake State Park

Fishing, picnicking, hiking, camping, dinosaur tracks.

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Go a little further.

The next turn is often where things start to get interesting.

Eklund Dining Room / Saloon

Hotel built 1892-1902. Wild West photos.

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Nearby Lakes & Parks

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