Why go
- Census-designated place in New Mexico, United States.
- Served by Los Alamos Airport (LAM).
History
Los Alamos is a census-designated place in Los Alamos County, New Mexico, United States, that is recognized as one of the development and creation places of the atomic bomb—the primary objective of the Manhattan Project by Los Alamos National Laboratory during World War II. The town is on four mesas of the Pajarito Plateau, and had a population of about 13,200 as of 2020. It is the county seat and one of two population centers in Los Alamos County; the other is White Rock.
Where to stay
Restaurants & places to go
Airports
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 4 airlines, 3 direct destinations
- American Airlines AA (ERJ-145, ERD, CRJ) · 2 routes: Dallas-Fort Worth*, Los Angeles*
- US Airways US (ERJ-145, CRJ) · 2 routes: Dallas-Fort Worth, Los Angeles*
- Alaska Airlines AS (CRJ) · 1 route: Los Angeles*
- United Airlines UA (ERJ) · 1 route: Denver*
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 1 airline, 1 direct destination
- Pacific Wings LW (CNC) · 1 route: Albuquerque
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Los Alamos Airport (LAM); 4 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: LAM has direct flights to 1 destination on 1 airline (incl. Albuquerque).
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Los Alamos, New Mexico. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.