Places to stay in Capitan, New Mexico
Capitan is a village in Lincoln County, New Mexico, located north of the Lincoln National Forest between the Capitan and Sacramento Mountains at an elevation of 6,530 feet. Capitan was founded in the 1890s and incorporated in 1941. Local restaurants include Smokey Bear Restaurant, El Paisano Restaurant, Windy City Cafe, and Oso Grill.
If you are travelling in the area, Capitan is located close to Gum Spring, Little Minne, Gonzales Canyon, Dry Gulch and Pine Canyon Windmill.
Available Capitan lodging
We currently have 4 accommodations in and around Capitan.
Capitan Hotels, Motels, Resorts, B&Bs and Extended Stay
Motels
Aldridge Mecca
Approx 5 miles away in Ruidoso:
Canyon Cabins is nestled in the tall cool pines of scenic Upper Canyon, yet just minutes from everything Ruidoso has to offer.
Experience the thrill of horse racing, skiing, golfing, hiking, fishing, shopping and hunting, or just relax in our cool mountain air.
416 Main Road
Ruidoso, New Mexico
Motels
Smokey Bear Motel
The landmark Smokey Bear Motel is located in the beautiful heart of historical Lincoln County, the birthplace and burial place of Smokey Bear.
Located near the Smokey Bear Museum and 12 miles from the sites of the Lincoln County War and Billy the .....
316 Smokey Bear Boulevard
Capitan, New Mexico
Capitan Camping & RV, Cottages, Rentals and Lodges / Ranches
Campsite / RV Parks
Mama Bear RV Park
Locally owned and operated since 2004, Mama Bear RV Park is conveniently located in Capitan, NM, with easy access to Highway 380, just 20 miles from local conveniences and activities in Ruidoso, NM!
We offer 20 spaces equipped with full hookups, with nightly, weekly and monthly rates available!.
214 West Smokey Bear Boulevard
Capitan, New Mexico
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