Clayton is located nine miles from the border of the Texas-Oklahoma panhandle, in the heart of cowboy country at the crossroads of US/64 and US/87. There are many community amenities in Clayton for the enjoyment of all visitors. Great fishing and hunting are also nearby. Best Western Clayton New Mexico.
Things to do in Clayton
Clayton Lake State Park
Set among the rolling grasslands, offering excellent fishing for trout, catfish and bass. The dinosaur track way contains more than 500 footprints dating back over 100 million years. Call 888-667-2757 for more information.
Herzstein Memorial Museum
View homestead memorabilia and an art collection depicting the homesteading days. Call 505-374-2977 for more information.
Kiowa and Rita Blanca National Grasslands
15 miles south of Clayton, grasslands are available for outdoor recreation, a range, watershed, fish and wildlife. The Santa Fe Trail has hiking and 6 miles of SFT ruts. Call 505-374-9652 for more information.
Santa Fe Trail Clayton Complex
Geological features to enjoy such as the McNees crossing and the Kiowa National Grasslands hiking trail. Call 505-374-9873 for more information.