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Visit Heart's Desire Bed & Breakfast in the heart of Raton, New Mexico on the historic Santa Fe Trail. Close to area attractions including  a museum, walking tour, shops, restaurants, live theater, outdoor concerts, world class shooting range, national, state & local parks.

Our cozy Victorian was built in 1885, is on the historical record, and still has a charming flair - reportedly built by the first US Marshall of New Mexico!  Featured at the Inn are comfortable rooms, common areas for dining, relaxing atmosphere, reading material, TV, wireless internet, conference room, wrap-around porch with plenty of outdoor seating, grill, and beautiful grounds for guest enjoyment.

Heart's Desire Bed & Breakfast is filled with antiques and collectibles for sale. Located one block from the train station and easy I-25 access. Click here to read more...

Area Attractions

Raton is the center point of many wonderful attractions.  There are numerous day trips which offer a variety of scenic beauty and adventures:

  • Walk the rim of Capulin Volcano
  • Explore the wonderful architecture of Trinidad
  • Visit historic Cimarron
  • Drive the beautiful Cimarron Canyon
  • Wander Sugarite State Park & Lake Maloya
  • Hike the many trails around Raton
  • Take in a performance at the Shuler Theatre
  • Test your aim at the world's premier shooting range

These attractions can be arranged to fill your days with jaunts to different areas around the country side:

 

Raton

Explore the quaint village of Raton.  Hike the old Santa Fe trail, look down on the town from Goat Hill, and drink in the unique volcanic scenery.

Lake Maloya

This pristine mountain lake can be reached in ten minutes from Raton.  Nestled at the top of Sugarite State Park, this is a fantastic place to watch the sunset after exploring Raton.  The park features a walking tour of the ruins of the coal mining town of Sugarite...

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Capulin Volcano

Walk the rim of the world's most perfectly shaped cinder cone volcano!  A short drive to the top ends with an incredible view of five states.  One can spend the day exploring the nearby villages and landscapes...

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