KOA Journey campgrounds are the perfect oases after a day on the road. Whether it’s along the way or a quick getaway, they’ve got you covered. Located near the highways and byways of North America with long Pull-thru RV Sites, they deliver convenience to the traveling camper. Pull in, ease back and take a load off.
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KOA Journey campgrounds are the perfect oases after a day on the road. Whether it’s along the way or a quick getaway, they’ve got you covered. Located near the highways and byways of North America with long Pull-thru RV Sites, they deliver convenience to the traveling camper. Pull in, ease back and take a load off.
I-40 Eastbound: Exit 335, right at stop sign, left at next stop sign, 1/2 mile on right.
I-40 Westbound: Exit 335 keep left, left at stop sign, go under I-40, then left at next stop sign, 1/2 mile on right.
54 SW: Turn left at first stoplight Tucumcari Blvd (RT 66) , 2 miles go under I-40, left at stop sign, 1/2 mile on right.
These driving directions are recommended.
If using GPS (Not recommended) the exact complete address is: 6299 Quay Road AL(most important part)
Our quiet country atmosphere campground is located right on old route 66. Great place to base your side trips from while visiting the local museums, nearby Ute Lake, or make and entire day of it by traveling the Mesalands Scenic Byway!
To see the latest on area attractions and events in the city of Tucumcari here is your connection!
On display at the Mesalands Dinosaur Museum is the world's largest collection of bronze skeletons, fossils and replicas of prehistoric creatures. This Museum was the first in the world to display a Torvosaurus skeleton, a rare carnivore from the Jurassic Period that is related to Tyrannosaurus Rex. Museum Summer Hours are Tuesday thru Saturday 10:00 am till 3:00 pm https://www.mesalands.edu/community/dinosaur-museum/
222 East Laughlin Street
Tucumcari, NM 88401
Mesaland Scenic Byway covers 320 miles in loops on a colorful tableland through Quay County, Guadalupe County and a small part of San Miguel County. Scenic beauty, geological anomalies and rich historic lore — all of this and more await the traveler on the Mesaland Scenic Byway.
Enjoy a flash in the past with the Murals around town, larger than life paintings on the sides of local buildings, walls & more by local artists Doug & Sharon Quarles.
This beautiful lake is known for its numerous coves and inlets; excellent fishing territory for walleye, small mouth bass, crappie, bluegill and channel catfish. It is also the largest Labyrinth Weir Spillway Facility in the world. The lake is almost 13 miles long, but it's only a skinny one mile across. The state park has three paved ramps on the north side and two on the south side for boating, water skiing, scuba diving, swimming, sailing, fishing and wind surfing. Visitors can rent small boats and pedal-boats and purchase fishing and boating supplies at the marina. The Cedar Valley Nature Trail loops 1.5 miles through fairly rugged terrain with panoramic views of the lake. The park also has an off-road vehicle area near Ute Creek and a small visitor center with exhibits and information on park activities.
Tucumcari Municipal Golf Course is one of the best courses in New Mexico. This beautiful course is situated among the mesas and offers not only an enjoyable and challenging course but a beautiful view. The course is open from 8 a.m. until dark every day except Monday, weather permitting. It's open on Mondays during holidays. Golfers will find a well-equipped pro shop under the management of experienced professional golfers.
The Cedar Valley Nature Trail, located within Ute Lake State Park is a 1.5 mile loop that has a moderate grade with a few relatively steep and difficult sections. It climbs through rugged terrain of loose rock, passing yucca, cactus, juniper, and a few pinyon, and provides panoramic views of the lake.
Just 32 miles northwest from Tucumcari are the clear, blue-green waters of Conchas Lake. This state park is an oasis in San Miguel County, but is close enough for Tucumcari's residents and visitors to enjoy. Conchas Lake State Park is open year round for fishing, and is stocked by the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish. Walleye, bluegill, crappie, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, channel catfish and bullhead are all found in abundance.
Natural lake on east end of Tucumcari, attracts large number of migratory birds.
See the Wheels On 66 Sculpture at the Tucumcari Convention Center!
Museum inside the 1904 Schoolhouse , come experience "A Journey through time in Quay County"
416 South Adams St.
Tucumcari, NM 88401
NEW MEXICO ROUTE 66 MUSEUM & MONUMENT - The history of Route 66 in Tucumcari, and in New Mexico, and the Ozark Trails Road is chronicled through diverse, expansive, and fascinating exhibits at the New Mexico Route 66 Museum. Exhibits range from a vintage Rock-Ola juke box and gas pumps to historic porcelain promotional signs, a Loretta Lynn signed Route 66 guitar, and classic automobiles. The museum,located in the convention center, also houses Michael Campanelli's Route 66 Photo Exhibit with over 166 photos of the Route 66 experience from Chicago to Los Angeles. A kiosk in the lobby runs a slide show of historic black and white photos, time capsules from the city's Route 66 history.
Don't miss this one at night....another highlight from the Cars Movie. The office for Sally's Cozy Cone Hotel is modeled after the Blue Swallow Office. And all of the neon used in both the movie and in Carland..look no further than inspiration from the Blue Swallow and Tucumcari.
The mountain shaped like a radiator cap that overlooks Radiator Springs in the Pixar movie Cars is inspired by Tucumcari Mountain in Tucumcari. This mountain is almost in our backyard and is a beautiful photo opportunity.
Tune your AM radio dial to 1640 to hear about Tucumcari & Route 66 landmarks, motels, murals, museums, and more. This self-guided talking tour will introduce the area to you as though you have a tour guide with you. Each stop features an introduction, as well as historical and cultural significance. Each point on the tour will bring you a better understanding of our town and history. All the stops are also marked on our mural map!
Historic Route 66 is the Nation's most iconic stretch of highway. The Mother Road runs right through our quaint town! It comes alive at night with retro neon signs. We invite you to travel down Route 66 Blvd. in Tucumcari after the sun sets to see the street light up with neons! It's full of fun views that will transport you back in time!
The Canadian River is a very long, major U.S. waterway. It flows from its headwaters near Raton Pass, NM, which is close to the border of Colorado. It flows down through east-central New Mexico, east across the Texas Panhandled and into Oklahoma. It then reaches its confluence with the Arkansas River near Fort Smith, Arkansas. It is near the town of Logan.
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