THINGS TO DO WHILE VISITING

Deming Luna Mimbres Museum-

12 miles from HVR--Located in the 1916 red-brick National Guard Armory building, the Deming Luna County Mimbres Museum has about 25,000 square feet of exhibition space. The visitor will find a bit of everything here including a Military Room, the Quilt Room, the Doll Room, the Transportation Room, Tack Room, and the new Main Street Display. The museum also tells of life in the Southwest, showing a Mimbres Room that showcases Mimbreno Indian Pottery. www.lunacountyhistoricalsociety.com

Pass 1^st red light on Pine st. and turn Left on Maple. Go 1 block (or 1^st cross street) and it is on your Right. 301 S. Silver St, Deming, NM 88030

City of Rocks State Park-

30 Miles from HVR--Formed of volcanic ash welded together 35 million years ago, then sculpted by wind and water into rows of monolithic blocks, these incredible rock formations give City of Rocks its name. Hiking trails, a botanical garden and a public night sky observatory add to this unique destination. www.emnrd.state.nm.us/SPD/cityofrocksstatepark.html

Go North on 180 for 18 minutes then follow NM-61 for 8 minutes to City of Rocks--327 New Mexico 61, Faywood, NM 88034

Pancho Villa State Park-

44 Miles from HVR--On March 9, 1916, soldiers led by Mexican Gen. Francisco “Pancho” Villa attacked the military camp at the sleepy border town of Columbus, New Mexico, killing 18 Americans. This was the only ground invasion of the continental U.S. Since 1812. Pancho Villa State Park’s extensive historical exhibits depicting the raid and the U.S. Army’s subsequent Punitive Expedition into Mexico are now housed in the park’s new $1.8 million 7,000-square-foot Exhibit Hall. www.emnrd.state.nm.us/SPD/panchovillastatepark.html

Go South (or Left) on Hwy 180 staying straight when it turns into Gold Ave, Cody St, and NM-11. Continue straight on NM-11until you reach your destination. 400 NM-9, Columbus, NM 88029

St. Clair Winery-

18 Miles from HVR--St Clair Winery has been a local landmark since 1984. Their traditions are preserved by Florent and Emmanuel Lescombes, carrying on their family’s six-generations history of wine-making.They produce over seventy different wines under many labels, including Blue Teal, DH Lescombes and St Clair. St Clair’s state of the art winery & New Mexico’s largest, offers numerous award winning wines for your enjoyment. www.stclairwinery.com/deming

Drive back to Deming and turn Left on Pine St (1^st red light)(2.5 miles). Keep right on NM-549(3 miles) until you see your destination.

1325 De Baca Rd. SE, Deming, NM 88030

Luna Rossa Winery- 

15 Miles from HVR--The winery offers a warm, enchanting setting where visitors can enjoy great wines and wonderful times with family and friends. Makes a range of red, white, and blush wines in Deming. Luna Rossa was founded in 2001 by Paolo and Sylvia D’Andrea.  For more information see www.lunarossawinery.com

Drive back to Deming and turn Right on Pine (1^st red light) and stay straight for 2.3 miles to your destination. 3710 W. Pine Street, Deming, NM 88030

Rockhound State Park-

25 Miles from HVR--Established in 1966, Rockhound State Park consists of the main park and the Spring Canyon Recreation Area. The main park includes hiking trails and a visitor center on the west slopes of the Little Florida Mountains. The Spring Canyon Recreation Area is a day-use area located across the valley in the foothills of the Florida Mountains and includes picnic sites and hiking trails. www.emnrd.state.nm.us/SPD/rockhoundstatepark.html

Drive back to Deming and turn Left on Pine (1^st red light)(4 miles). Keep Right on NM-549 E.

(6 miles) Turn Right on NM-143 S./Stirrup Rd. Stay on Stirrup until you reach your destination. (6 miles)

Columbus Historical Society-

44 Miles from HVR, has a fascinating history, a 24- hour border crossing, and varied and unique geology. Columbus is home of Pancho Villa State Park, a museum, and a mild winter climate. Columbus is a New Mexican village which attracts tourists, artists, historians, authors, and retirees from all over the United States. www.cnmhs.org

Go back to Deming and stay straight on Gold which turns into Cody, and then NM-11 S. Continue straight on NM-11 S until you reach your destination. (31 miles)

Columbus, NM 88029  https://www.loc8nearme.com/ohio/columbus/columbus-historical-society/6625396/

Gila Cliff Dwelling National Monument-

100 Miles from HVR, Explore the world of ancestors of Puebloan people who lived in the Mogollon area over 700 years ago. Enter the village they built within five of the natural caves of Cliff Dweller Canyon. Become inspired by the remaining architecture. Admire the spectacular views from inside these ancient dwellings. https://www.nps.gov/gicl

Head North (or Right) on Hwy 180 (20 miles). Turn right on NM-61 N (25 miles). Turn right on NM-35 N (27 miles). Turn Right on NM-15 N. (Sharp right to stay on NM-15 N) (16 Miles to your destination)

*THE CATWALK-

127 Miles from HVR, The Catwalk National Scenic Trail offers a fascinating glimpse into the geologic and historic foundations of Grant County. The result of cataclysmic volcanic actions, the area now offers a beautiful picnic spot next to Whitewater Creek, a challenging one-mile trail along the historic 1890's mining waterway, and a sense of place that creates images of an earlier time. http://www.americantrails.org/nationalrecreationtrails/trailNRT/Catwalk-NM.html

Go North (or right) and continue on Hwy 180 W. for 107.7 miles. Turn right on NM-174 for 1 mile. Turn right on Cat Walk Rd. for 3.9 miles.

PALOMAS-- CHIHUAHUA, MEXICO-

48 Miles from HVR--Mexican Port of Entry at Puerto Palomas. Puerto Palomas de Villa, also known simply as Palomas, is a small town of 4,688 people in the municipality of Ascensión, in the Mexican state of Chihuahua. It borders the village of Columbus, New Mexico, in the United States. While Pass Port is required, a birth certificate, valid drivers license or other valid form of ID will also serve to prove citizenship.

THE PINK STORE--

Popular tourist destination is located 2 blocks past border crossing on the left. There you can sip a margarita as you shop an extensive selection of art, silver, jewelry,folk art and fine gifts from all of Mexico. The Pink Store is open everyday 9 am to 6 pm EXCEPT: Easter Sunday, Christmas Day and New Years Day. For more information visit www.thepinkstoremexico.com

THE PINK STORE RESTAURANT--

To dine South of the border under the same roof as The Pink Store an extensive menus offers Mexican and American fare. Wonderful service and carefully prepared food, the best margaritas, wine and a great selection of Mexican beers await your dining pleasure.

Drive back toward Deming on and stay straight when Hwy 180 becomes Gold Ave. and then Cody Rd. and then NM-11 S. Continue straight on NM-11 S. for 39 miles. NOTE: To walk across border, park on Right side just before entering border crossing.

STARMAX DEMING --

13 MILES FROM HVR, The Starmax in Deming offers:

6 Cinemas

Full Lane Bowling Center

Arcades

Food

and lots of Family Fun!

Visit starmaxdeming.com for more information, rates and times.

Drive back to Deming (Approx. 11 miles)and turn Left on Pine Street for 1.5miles.  Then turn Left on N. Country Club Rd. and the Starmax is about 0.22 miles ahead on your Right.