Curry: Zoo, Music History and Experiences

Curry is an interesting destination for travelers looking to combine wildlife, music history and a wide variety of leisure activities. One day might be spent at Hillcrest Park Zoo, another exploring the history of the Clovis Sound or visiting the Curry County Fair. There’s also golf, water fun and activities for active days. When choosing your vacation rental, it’s worth first considering which experiences you want to shape your stay.

Wildlife and Activities at Hillcrest Park

Hillcrest Park Zoo has been operating since the 1930s and has been located in Hillcrest Park since the 1950s. Visitors can see, among other animals, a Bengal tiger, giraffes, reptiles and primates; the selection of animals may change. The zoo offers bookable experiences that include hand-feeding giraffes. If you want to make this visit a firm part of your plans, check availability for your preferred date.

Hillcrest Park also offers a range of ideas for planning your day. It spans 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 amenities may be seasonal. The combination of the zoo and other park facilities offers a variety of options, without requiring you to center your entire stay on a single experience.

Music History and Events

Norman Petty Studio is associated with the origins of the Clovis Sound and was completed in 1956. By appointment, small groups can tour the historic equipment and recording rooms. Booking an appointment in advance is important for planning your visit. Music history enthusiasts can get a firsthand look at a recording studio here, while the Curry County High Plains Pioneer Museum offers a different historical focus. It is operated by the High Plains Historical Foundation at the Curry County Fairgrounds.

The Curry County Fair combines rodeos, livestock shows, carousel and other carnival attractions, live entertainment and family-friendly activities that celebrate local culture and community spirit. Its permanent venue is the Curry County Events Center and Fairgrounds. It also offers event spaces for rodeos, trade shows, weddings, concerts and conventions. The fair’s program may change from year to year, so check the dates if the event is an important reason for your trip.

Golf, Water and Active Days

The public Colonial Park Golf Course has 18 holes and is described as suitable for golfers of all skill levels. The course is a par 72 and was designed by Warren Cantrell. A driving range and putting green round out the facilities. This makes it easy to plan a golf day as a distinct option among other leisure activities, without needing to assume a particular skill level.

For more activities, Ned Houk Park offers three fishing lakes, a disc golf course, a motorsports racetrack, and ATV and horseback riding trails. Options range from peaceful fishing to motorized and athletic pursuits. Which ones suit your vacation depends mainly on the kind of day you have in mind.

Water Fun and More Experiences in Clovis

In Clovis, water-based activities include Clovis Splash Park and Potter Pool. The splash park has 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. Each offers a different experience: water play at the splash park, or an outdoor pool with slides.

Clovis Wing Shooting Complex & Archery Range features a 12-station sporting clays course, as well as indoor and outdoor archery facilities. For a different kind of outing, there are Food Truck Fridays: every Friday, you’ll find new food truck offerings in downtown Clovis, though participation may vary. These activities offer practical ideas for planning your vacation: you can focus on culture, water, sports or events and choose your vacation rental to match the kind of trip you have in mind.

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