Alamogordo is the commercial and
governmental center for the county.
Alamogordo is a thriving center of
35,000+ residents. The city's mild
climate and pristine scenery offer its
people an ambiance that enriches their
quality of life. The Tularosa Basin is
surrounded by the majestic Organ, San
Andres and Sacramento Mountain
ranges.
White Sands National Monument is
a major attraction as are the New Mexico
Museum of Space History and the
Lincoln National Forest
Artesia is a vibrant, activity-filled city,
one that enables its residents to enjoy an
exceptional quality of life. The mild
southwest setting offers year-round
sunshine. Artesia prides itself in
excellent education opportunities, art
programs, a large variety of recreation
activities, and an ever-broadening
cultural landscape.
Carlsbad, located on the beautiful Pecos
River, offers hiking, golfing, river
recreation and lots of sunshine! Carlsbad
Caverns National Park and the Guadalupe
Mountains National Park are nearby.
Great schools, low crime and a friendly,
small-town atmosphere also make
Carlsbad a great place to live!
Hobbs, considered the Oil Capitol of
New Mexico, Hobbs has two golf courses,
the Harry McAdams State Park, and the
headquarters of two national soaring
associations.
Hobbs, population 28,500, is a growing
city on southeast New Mexico's desert
plains. Its abundant natural resources,
level geography and perfect all-season
weather have made it the home of both
the state's oil industry and the world's
gliding community.
Nogal is an early New Mexico mining
town, now home to a growing Art
community. Atop the hill, just north of
town, is one of the most spectacular
views in this part of the state. Take NM
Hwy. 48 north from Ruidoso, then follow
Hwy. 37 to Nogal.
Ancho is home to the My House of Old
Things museum, located in the town's
former railroad depot. Go north on U.S.
Hwy. 25 from Carrizozo and take the
Ancho turnoff east.
Corona, the northern most community
in Lincoln County, is a ranch and rail
town surrounded by great sheep and
cattle ranches.