The Shuler Theater

131 N 2nd Street
Raton, NM 87740
575 445 4746
https://shulertheater.com

The historic Shuler Theater in downtown Raton, New Mexico, is a state landmark and remains the center for performing arts in northeastern New Mexico. Schedule a free tour to see behind the scenes and learn the history.

Performances are listed on the Shuler Theater calendar. The Raton Arts & Humanities Council, Inc. also schedules its performing arts season in the Shuler Theater. Be sure to ask about season and partial-season tickets through the Raton Arts & Humanities Council, Inc. office in the Old Pass Gallery at 145 S. 1st St, Raton, or email RatonArts@BacaValley.com. To buy tickets for individual performances online, click here.

The theater is owned and maintained by the City of Raton, New Mexico, and may be reserved for functions or performances. For more info, call 575-445-4746 or visit the Shuler Theater at 131 N 2nd Street.

El Raton Movie Theater

First run movies are still shown at El Raton!

115 North 2nd Street
Raton, NM 87740
720 273 6835

Brief History

Taken from a "Cinema Treasures" Article

This little theatre is a gem.

Constructed as an Atmospheric style theatre, in the style of a medieval Spanish castle, the building was designed by the Albuquerque, New Mexico, architectural firm George Williamson, Inc. It was built for the partnership of Dr. L.A. Hubbard and Thomas F. Murphy. The cost of the theatre was reported to have been approximately $100,000. Construction began on July 15, 1929 and was completed for its grand opening on April 20, 1930. The inaugural movie was a Warner Brothers sound picture in natural color; "Song of the West" starring John Boles and Joe E. Brown.

Raton Regional Aquatic Center

100 Memorial Lane
Raton, NM 87740
575 445 4271
https://www.exploreraton.com/raton-regional-aquatic-center

One of the star features of the local parks and rec scene is the Aquatic Center. Featuring an indoor pool perfect for year-round swimming, complete with a lap pool for serious swimmers and a leisure pool for families and casual swimmers. The Aquatic Center also boasts a thrilling water slide and diving board for the more daring swimmers. Learn more about other cool features and rates here.

Sugarite Canyon State Park

211 Highway 526
HRC 63 P.O. Box 386
Raton, NM 87740
575 445 5607
walterluba@emnrd.nm.gov

Sugarite Canyon State Park (pronounced "shug-ur-eet") is located just northeast of downtown Raton, New Mexico. The park features a historic early-20th century coal-mining camp and natural scenery at the border of the Rocky Mountains and the Great Plains.

Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the abundance of wildlife, birds, butterflies, and wildflowers among the lakes, creeks, forests, and meadows.

Nearly all outdoor recreation activities are possible, including fishing, kayaking, paddle boarding, hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, hunting, and camping. Be sure to check out the rustic cabins just off of the Wapiti Trail.

Sugarite Canyon State Park is 3,600 acres (15 km2) and with elevations ranging from 6,950 feet (2,120 m) at the park entrance to 8,350 feet (2,550 m) on top of Little Horse Mesa.

Learn more about Sugarite Canyon State Park here and here. [https://www.ratonnm.gov/business_detail_T7_R35.php] [https://www.recreation.gov/gateways/16761]

Goat Hill Scenic Overlook

It's a bumpy ride up to Goat Hill, but worth the trip. From atop the hill, you get wonderful views of the city of Raton, and the mountains and plains beyond.

Originally used by Sunday picnickers before it was established as a park in 1927. The Raton sign was built in the 1930s, replicating the design of the "Hollywoodland" sign in Beverly Hills, CA. The Raton sign is 18 feet high and 60 feet long. Just across the border in Colorado, Trinidad has a sign of their own on Simpson's Rest.

From 2nd St./Canyon Dr., just north of historic downtown Raton, turn west onto Moulton Ave., Turn left onto Hill St. and follow the road until it splits. Go left at the Y intersection.

Raton Municipal Golf Course

510 Country Club Rd.
Raton, NM 87740
575 445 8113
golf@ratongolf.com

The Raton Municipal Golf Course is a nine-hole course nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. This fun, challenging course offers the opportunity to golf 18 holes through the placement of additional t-boxes. Patrons can also play disc golf if that's more your thing.

The Raton Municipal Golf Course is open to the public and can be played year-round. The surrounding scenery includes a gorgeous view of majestic New Mexico mesas and a variety of wildlife on and near the fairways.

And don't forget to show your hotel receipt for a free round!

Learn more here. [https://ratonnm.gov/business_detail_T7_R27.php]

Capulin Volcano

46 Volcano Highway
Capulin, NM 88414
575 278 2201
https://www.nps.gov/cavo/index.htm

Come view a dramatic landscape-a unique place of mountains, plains, and sky. Born of fire and forces continually reshaping the earth's surface, Capulin Volcano provides access to nature's most awe-inspiring work.

Capulin Volcano has been the Sentinel of the Plains for 60,000 years. Standing watch over the history of the area from Folsom Man to Today.

Hike the Rim Trail and see five states-that's more than Four Corners!

Get to the park: Take US-64 E/US-87 S to NM-325 N in Capulin. Turn left on NM-325 N. Turn right into the park when you see the sign that says Capulin Volcano National Monument Visitors Center. Scenic Route (seasonal): Take NM-72 E, follow the signs for Yankee and veer right at the fork in the road. Continue on NM-72 until you get to the town of Folsom, turn right on 456 and right again on 325. Turn left into the park when you see the sign for Capulin Volcano.

The Raton Museum

108 S 2nd Street
Raton, NM 87740
575 445 8979

The Raton Museum showcases the history of Raton and Colfax county, and is located at 108 S Second St, just a few blocks south of us.

The greatest treasure there is undoubtedly Roger, who mans the desk and can give you a guided tour. He knows everything about everything in the museum, and in Raton. Go by and meet him!

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