In Curry, interests range from music history and wildlife viewing to golf and outdoor activities. When planning your trip, start by deciding which of these themes you want to shape your stay: a visit to Norman Petty Studio, a trip to the zoo, or time for sports and leisure each offers a different focus.
Music History and Events
Norman Petty Studio was completed in 1956 and is associated with the origins of the “Clovis Sound.” By appointment, it offers small-group tours of historic equipment and recording rooms. The Curry County High Plains Pioneer Museum is operated by the High Plains Historical Foundation at the Curry County Fairgrounds.
The Curry County Fair features rodeos, livestock shows, carousels, and other fairground attractions, as well as live entertainment. Its family-friendly activities include offerings that celebrate local culture and community spirit. The Curry County Events Center and Fairgrounds is the fair’s permanent venue and offers event space for rodeos, trade shows, weddings, concerts, and conventions. The fair’s program may change from year to year; check the dates in advance if the event is one of the reasons for your trip.
Zoo and Hillcrest Park
Hillcrest Park Zoo has been in operation since the 1930s and has been located in Hillcrest Park since the 1950s. You can see Bengal tigers, giraffes, reptiles, and primates, among other animals; the selection may change. Bookable giraffe encounters with hand-feeding add to what’s on offer. Check current booking options in advance if you’re planning such an encounter.
Hillcrest Park covers 157 acres and includes an aquatic center, walking trails, a dog park, a splash park, a par-3 golf course, sports fields, and a sunken garden. Some facilities may be seasonal. Check whether the facility you want will be available during your trip.
Golf and Outdoor Activities
The public Colonial Park Golf Course has 18 holes and a par of 72; it was designed by Warren Cantrell. The course caters to golfers of all skill levels and has a driving range and putting green. Its golf offerings include both a round on the course and practice facilities.
Ned Houk Park offers three fishing lakes, a disc golf course, and a motorsports racetrack. There are also ATV and horseback riding trails. The Clovis Wing Shooting Complex & Archery Range adds to the options with a 12-station sporting clays course and indoor and outdoor archery facilities. The activities vary widely, from fishing and disc golf to motorsports, off-road riding, and archery.
Water Activities and Weekly Events
Clovis Splash Park features 17 family-friendly water features for children of all ages. Potter Pool is a family-friendly outdoor swimming pool with a zero-depth entry, slides, and water features. The two facilities can be distinguished by their described features: Splash Park is characterized by its 17 water features, while Potter Pool is an outdoor swimming pool with an entry area and slides.
Food Truck Fridays brings new food truck offerings to downtown Clovis every Friday. Participation may vary, so it’s worth checking what will be available on the Friday you plan to visit.
Find a Hotel in Curry
When searching for a hotel in Curry, first sort out your priorities: cultural history, wildlife viewing, golf, water activities, or outdoor activities. When considering a specific property, also check its location and availability to make sure it suits your planned stay.
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