Why Raton

As a result of extensive research which included the examination of the market for horse racing in the north-eastern part of New Mexico and numerous academic studies regarding the issues impacting the need for economic revitalization within the Town of Raton, our team determined that Raton possesses a number of conditions that would make it ideal for making a major capital investment.

Location
Raton’s “central patron market area” draws from five states with two major interstate highways, Interstate 25 and U.S. Highway 87, which provide easy access to Raton.

Competition
Horse Racing at Raton’s racetrack and casino has NO other racetrack within 225 miles, and only one casino within 100 miles

Economy
The economy in Raton needs the prospective Project’s investment dollars along with the substantial annual payroll that the Project would bring to the town.