The Story of Cloudcroft
A mountain village 8,676 feet closer to the sky.
Our History
Where It All Began
Founded in 1899 as a retreat from the desert heat, Cloudcroft began as a railroad stop in the Sacramento Mountains. The Alamogordo & Sacramento Mountain Railway brought visitors up from the Tularosa Basin to enjoy cool mountain air, towering pines, and breathtaking views. The village quickly became a beloved escape -- and it still is today.
At 8,676 feet, Cloudcroft sits in the heart of the Lincoln National Forest. With four distinct seasons, dark skies, and a vibrant small-town community, it offers a rare combination of natural beauty and authentic mountain culture.
The Village Today
More Than a Mountain Town
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Mountain Living
A tight-knit community of artists, business owners, and nature lovers who chose altitude over everything.
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Lincoln National Forest
Over 1.1 million acres of forest surrounding the village -- hiking, camping, and wildlife at your doorstep.
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Dark Sky Community
One of the darkest skies in the U.S. -- the Milky Way isn't just visible, it's vivid.
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Community
A Place People Call Home
Cloudcroft is home to about 750 year-round residents, but the village swells with visitors who come for the trails, the food, the festivals, and the feeling of being somewhere truly special.
Visit the Village of Cloudcroft Cloudcroft Tourism Alliance
DISCOVER CLOUDCROFT
Your guide to Cloudcroft, New Mexico -- 8,676 feet of mountain magic.
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The Story of Cloudcroft
A mountain village 8,676 feet closer to the sky.
Our History
Where It All Began
Founded in 1899 as a retreat from the desert heat, Cloudcroft began as a railroad stop in the Sacramento Mountains. The Alamogordo & Sacramento Mountain Railway brought visitors up from the Tularosa Basin to enjoy cool mountain air, towering pines, and breathtaking views. The village quickly became a beloved escape -- and it still is today.
At 8,676 feet, Cloudcroft sits in the heart of the Lincoln National Forest. With four distinct seasons, dark skies, and a vibrant small-town community, it offers a rare combination of natural beauty and authentic mountain culture.
The Village Today
More Than a Mountain Town
🏔
Mountain Living
A tight-knit community of artists, business owners, and nature lovers who chose altitude over everything.
🌲
Lincoln National Forest
Over 1.1 million acres of forest surrounding the village -- hiking, camping, and wildlife at your doorstep.
🌟
Dark Sky Community
One of the darkest skies in the U.S. -- the Milky Way isn't just visible, it's vivid.
0 Founded
0 Elevation
0 Forest Acres
0 Annual Visitors
Community
A Place People Call Home
Cloudcroft is home to about 750 year-round residents, but the village swells with visitors who come for the trails, the food, the festivals, and the feeling of being somewhere truly special.
Visit the Village of Cloudcroft Cloudcroft Tourism Alliance
DISCOVER CLOUDCROFT
Your guide to Cloudcroft, New Mexico -- 8,676 feet of mountain magic.
FB IG X
Explore
Lodging Dining Hiking Trails Activities Events Seasons
Connect
(555) 555-5555 info@discovercloudcroft.com Village of Cloudcroft Cloudcroft, NM 88317
Plan
Plan Your Trip Weather About Cloudcroft Contact Us
(C) 2026 DiscoverCloudcroft.com. All rights reserved.
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