Location


Shakespeare is in the Southwestern part of the U.S. in the State of New Mexico.

It is just outside the city of Lordsburg. Interstate 10 passes through this small southwestern city. It's located in the "Bootheel" of New Mexico.


Lordsburg is conveniently located on I-10 approximately half way between El Paso Texas and Tucson Arizona. It is in the center of an area of many recreational opportunities.

Lordsburg is 17 miles from the New Mexico - Arizona Borders


Shakespeare is 2 1/2 miles south and west of Lordsburg on NM Hwy 494 from Lordsburg.

To get to Shakespeare from Lordsburg take the Main Street exit (EXIT 22) from I-10 and turn South. Follow the signs 2 1/2 MILES on NM Hwy. 494 to reach the Town of Shakespeare.

Tourist Facilities

Shakespeare is completely uncommercialized. On a hot summer day, guests are offered a drink of cold well water and a comfortable chair in the shade. People who bring their own lunches may eat in the Grant House Dining room where there are tables and benches. For larger groups arrangements for a catered meal can be made with several local restaurants.

However, Lordsburg, only 2 1/2 miles away, offers complete tourist facilities. There are several restaurants which serve Mexican, and plain American food, all with reasonable prices, plus fast food establishments. There are motels with many different rates to suit visitors' tastes and budgets. There is also a campground with full hookups for those visitors with recreational vehicles. Lordsburg has grocery stores and convenience stores. There are businesses here to serve every need of the traveling public.

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