cloudcroft
Living on Mountain Time …
… this means kicking back — way back. You know, socked feet propped up, reclined
cozily in an easy chair as summer rains drum on the rooftop, reading a good book
and repeating catlike stretches, complete with good bone-cracking twists;
leisurely strolling the peaceful village streets or hiking forest trails, where
the breeze,
sighing through the trees, and the resultant quivering aspen leaves,
often are the only outside sounds you hear; letting the aspen dazzle your eyes
with a pallet of colors, from spring's fresh new green to fall's brilliant fiery
orange and stunning sunshine yellow.
Mountain Time during winter months can be even more laid back. Mesmerizing fires
in the wood stove or hearth can warm you right up and lull you into irresistible
tranquility, or slumber. Outside incredible perfect snowflakes flitter and fall
and pile up for snow play on beautiful snow days. Young and young at heart pack
snow and create entertaining sculptures. They frolic in the soft stuff, leaving
signs of angels where they play. Snowboarders jump, flip and somersault in the
air, landing gracefully (and sometimes not) before riding up the mountain to do
it all again.
Downhillers traverse the hillsides while cross-country skiers and
snowshoers trek further away from it all to experience amazing moments of
solitude and communing with nature.
You can open any door in Cloudcroft to the great outdoors.
The night skies here are some of the darkest remaining on earth, affording us an opportunity of almost endless star gazing. Star watchers from all over the world travel here for our black skies.
Days begin with serenity and close with tranquility in our humble village. Many have discovered this during Cloudcroft's more-than 100-year history. The secret of Cloudcroft and the Sacramento Mountains first unfolded in 1898 when the crew laying out the "Cloud Climbing Railroad" route rested at the mountain's summit. An Englishman in the crew is said to have dubbed the spot Cloudcroft — "a cloud in a field."
Since that time, hordes of desert dwellers and other neighbors from near and far
have flocked to Cloudcroft for a respite from the summer heat and/or a chance to
play in snow that many do not witness back home. Or they've come here just to
get away from it all.
Cloudcroft IS nestled away from it all. It's a place where you can come and do absolutely nothing or you can do it all. Either way you'll find Cloudcroft enchanting, your stay invigorating and life on Mountain Time enticing.
Stay awhile and come back often.
— Donna
For more information on Cloudcroft:
Cloudcroft Chamber of Commerce — (575) 682-2733 www.cloudcroft.net
General
information about Cloudcroft and area attractions. Links to and details about
village shops, restaurants, lodging, real estate, etc. Calendar of events.
We recommend you check out our friends' cool places before (their web sites) and when you visit Cloudcroft:
The Old Apple Barn — (575) 682-BARN (2276) www.oldapplebarn.com
The
Old Apple Barn, built in 1941, in Mountain Park (between Cloudcroft &
Alamogordo) has many vintage-style tin toys, old-style advertising signs, thick
blankets, antiques and a variety of gifts and foods. Rustic cabin decor items
are displayed prominently in the interior with its 12-foot-high ceilings.
Mountain Top Mercantile — (575) 682-2777 www.mountaintopproducts.net
Experience
the old-fashioned country atmosphere of Mountain Top Mercantile. When you walk
through the door you are greeted by a friendly smile, a warm hello and the sweet
aroma of fresh-baked pies, breads and pastries. They also carry a large
selection of general groceries, bakery items, deli favorites and mountain
top-brand products. 575-682-2777
Jamocha Bean (Coffee House Café) — (575) 682-2332 www.jamochabean.com
Nestled
in the heart of Cloudcroft, Jamocha Bean is a place to relax and enjoy.
You can indulge yourself with cool smoothies, hot coffees, great music
and incredible food. Get something to go, or grab one of their many
books or periodicals and stay awhile. Bring in your laptop and enjoy
free wireless internet.
High Altitude Outfitters (Mountain bikes & much more) — (575) 682-1229 www.highaltitude.org
Mountain
bike sales and rentals, outdoor gear, winter wear, imported (with taste)
clothing and gifts, trail maps and informative (if not entertaining) trail
tips (like the best trails to ride).
High Altitude hosts several mountain bike races throughout the year, drawing riders from throughout New Mexico, the Southwest and many other states.
KEEP UP WITH WHAT'S GOING ON WITH TRACEY AT www.fortracey.org. This site has some great photos & good information.
Canyon Trail Cabin
(Cabin rental)
Off the Beaten Pathl
In
Cloud Country West, 6 miles east of Cloudcroft. Two bedrooms, two full baths,
living room with a fireplace. Everything is furnished (linens, towel, dishes,
etc.). Satellite TV with VCR and DVD, free movies, whirlpool tub and laundry
room, full kitchen with microwave and assorted coffees, teas and popcorn. There
is also a grill and a picnic table for outdoor dining. Everything you need for a
quiet getaway.
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- Telephone — (575) 682-PATH (7284)
- Postal address — P.O. Box 904
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Location — 100 Glorietta Ave. Cloudcroft, NM 88317
- Electronic mail — stuff@offthebeatenpathstuff.com
