Fort Sumner, County seat and village in De Baca County, New Mexico.
Fort Sumner sits at an elevation of 1,229 meters along US Route 60, featuring wide streets and traditional southwestern architecture in eastern New Mexico.
The military fort, established in 1862 by General Carleton to honor General Edmond Vose Sumner, served as a significant outpost during conflicts with Native American tribes.
The Billy the Kid Museum preserves local heritage through exhibits of artifacts, photographs, and documentation from the American frontier period of New Mexico.
Visitors can access the town through multiple transportation routes, including US Highway 60 and New Mexico State Road 20, with services available year-round.
The old TAT airfield near Fort Sumner continues its aviation legacy by supporting NASA research operations and maintaining its connection to aerospace activities.
Location: De Baca County
Elevation above the sea: 1,229 m
GPS coordinates: 34.47167,-104.24528
Latest update: May 26, 2025 20:58
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