Lovington Attractions
The town of Lovington is located in southeast New Mexico, 18 miles west of the Texas border and 22 miles northwest of Hobbs. Founded early in the 20th century as a ranching and farming center, the town became the seat of Lea County when it was formed in 1917. The discovery of oil at nearby Denton Pool gave a significant boost to the economy from the 1950s onward.
Chapparal Park
Chapparal Park in Lovington has a 20-acre fishing lake, tennis, volleyball and basketball courts. Every July 4th at 3 p.m. the park is the location for "The World's Greatest Lizard Race", where lizards of all sizes compete for trophies.
Lea County Museum
The Lea County Museum includes historical buildings that have been restored such as the old Plaza Hotel, a one-room school house, and the original post office from McDonald. The Lea County Museum was created by the Lovington Women's Club in 1969.
Exhibits also include a blacksmith shop, farm equipment, wagons and a tack room.
Exhibits also include a blacksmith shop, farm equipment, wagons and a tack room.
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | 10:00 | Closed |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
