Alamogordo, New Mexico: Scrap Metal Roadrunner
Maybe 15 feet tall, built by Larry Berry, the owner of a junkyard (with the help of local high school students), in 1976. In early 2025 Larry moved the bird to stand in front of a gym owned by his grandson.
Showtime Fitness
- Address:
- 2321 N. White Sands Blvd, Alamogordo, NM
- Directions:
- Showtime Fitness. North side of the city, on the west side of N. White Sands Blvd, between 23rd and 24th Sts.
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The roadrunner is located in the southeast corner of Showtime Fitness on 2321 N. White Sands Blvd in Alamogordo, NM.
[Gary Marsh, 08/25/2025]
Love the quick stop for fun!
[LTMedina, 03/11/2022]
Caught my eye from the highway. Thankfully there is a nice sized spot to pull off quickly!
[Shea Alario Goldsmith, 04/14/2021]
The Scrap Metal Roadrunner north of Alamogordo is alive and well, just inside the gate of Basin Pipe and Metal Recycling. There is a well-used pull-off to take pictures.
[Mack Hodags, 03/08/2020]Good overnight rest area. Free, bathrooms are clean, and sunset/sunrise are gorgeous!
[Shawn, 01/05/2020]Page of 2 [Next 5 items]
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