Roswell, NM

EXPLORE:

The Roswell UFO Spacewalk- is a blacklight art adventure you’ll never forget. Once you’ve completed the spacewalk, check out original, retro sci-fi art by Bryan Ward, creator of the Spacewalk plus unique vintage style toys and souvenirs. An out-of-this-world family-friendly experience that will transport you to another planet! 116 E. 2nd St., Roswell, NM 88201 575-910-2113 - Open Daily 10 am – 6pm

Spring River Zoo -drives curiosity, fosters a love of animals and environmental conservation. The zoo covers about 34 acres of parkland with five main animal areas located on the grounds. Visitors can also ride one of the few antique wooden carousels still in operation in the United States. Enjoy a picnic under the trees and play on the playground adjacent to the zoo.

Spring River Zoo 1306 E. College Blvd., Roswell, NM 88201 575-624-6760 - Open daily 10am – 4pm

Roswell UFO FestivalJuly 1-3, 2022 This is a special year for the festival in 2022. It marks the 75th Anniversary of the Roswell incident.

FOOD & DRINK:

Roswell has a variety of food choices. No matter what you are hungry for you will be able to have Barbeque, Mexican Food, American, Italian, Indian or Asian Cuisine. Roswell also has a variety of food trucks in the area. A list of most places to eat can be found here: Seeroswell.com OUTDOORS:

Bottomless Lakes State Park

Mescalero Sand Dunes

J. Kenneth Smith Bird Sanctuary

Bitter Lake National Wildlife Refuge

PLACES TO STAY:

Bottomless Lakes State Park-Located along the Pecos River, about 15 miles southeast of Roswell. Established in 1933, it was the first state park in New Mexico. 575-624-6058

Burnt Well Guest Ranch-family-owned and operated, working ranch. We love sharing our way of life with others and began taking a small number of guests in 2002. When you stay with us for one of our specialty weeks you will be immersed in the lifestyle and day-to-day operations of an authentic working ranch. Or rent our casita or larger bunkhouse to relax and enjoy the ranch setting while doing your own thing. 575-347-2668

Hampton Inn & Suites-located near Roswell’s famous international UFO Museum and Research Center. The Roswell Museum and Art Center, the New Mexico Military Institute, and the Bitter Lake National Wildlife Refuge are all less than 10 miles away, and 20 minutes from the Bottomless Lakes State Park.

Reason To Visit:

Located in Chaves County, Roswell is a growing city that is home to a thriving population of almost 50,000 residents. Roswell is well-known not only for aliens, but for local hospitality in welcoming new residents and visitors alike.

For More Information: Roswell Visitor Center 575-623-3442