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Facets of History Old West Country Great Outdoors Regional Attractions Birding Locations Old West Country Map Relics & Realism A Day Trip to Treasure Happy Trails Trail of the Mountain Spirits National Scenic Byway
THE COMMUNITIES
As the phenomenon of adventure tourism continues to grow, more outdoor activities enthusiasts are discovering the communities of Old West Country, where the great outdoors begins at the edge of town.
HIDALGO COUNTY
Hiking, birding, photography and the Old West as it really was.
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LORDSBURG
LUNA COUNTY
Abundant outdoor activities and international shopping combine with fast ducks, friendly people and plenty of sunshine.
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DEMING
DONA ANA COUNTY
Hiking and biking are great ways to see this beautiful section of the Rio Grande valley and the rugged mountain range that towers above it.
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LAS CRUCES & MESILLA
SIERRA COUNTY
Present-day home of New Mexico’s premier water sports destination, the region has been known for centuries for the restorative powers of its warm mineral springs.
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TRUTH OR CONSEQUENCES CITY OF ELEPHANT BUTTE
SOCORRO COUNTY
An amazing blend of the past and the future, Socorro County is a place where history and high technology stand side by side.
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CATRON COUNTY
Old West T R A I L S
Terri Menges President & Managing Director
Joseph Burgess Vice President
Arlyn Cooley Staff Accountant
Brett Ferneau Staff Writer
Old West Country P.O. Box 884 • Silver City, NM 88062 1-800-290-8330 Website: www.oldwestcountry.com e-mail: info@oldwestcountry.com President Andres Giron
Debra Sutton Amanda Yaryan
Catron County Chamber of Commerce
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Executive Director Keith LeMay
Lynn Janes Advertising Sales
Keith LeMay Distribution
Joseph Burgess Photography except where credited
Judy DouBrava Shane Manning Bob Pelham Kimber Richardson Amanda Yaryan Dale Zimmerman Contributing Photographers Old West Trails is a supplement to New Mexico Traveler and is manufactured and printed in the United States of America. ©Zia Publishing Corp. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or part without permission of the publisher is prohibited. All submissions of editorial or photography are only accepted without risk to the publisher for loss or damage. Every effort was made to ensure accuracy in the information provided. The publisher assumes no responsibility or liability for errors, changes or omissions. Old West Trails is published annually by Zia Publishing Corp. 116 McKinney Road P.O. Box 1248 Silver City, NM 88062 Phone: 505-956-1560 Fax: 505-956-1580 e-mail: info@ziapublishing.com www.ziapublishing.com
Serving the communities of: Deming 800 East Pine • Deming, NM 88031 1-800-848-4955 www.demingchamber.com e-mail: chamber@zianet.com
Las Cruces 211 N. Water Street • Las Cruces, NM 88001 1-800-FIESTAS • 505-541-2444
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Lordsburg 117 East 2nd Street • Lordsburg, NM 88045 505-542-9864 www.hidalgocounty.org/lordsburgcoc www.lordsburghidalgocounty.org/chamber e-mail: lordsburgcoc@aznex.net
Reserve/Glenwood P.O. Box 415 • Reserve, NM 87830 505-533-6116 www.catroncounty.org e-mail: chambersec@catroncounty.org
P.O. Box 183 • Glenwood, NM 88039 505-539-2711 www.glenwoodnewmexico.com e-mail: glenwoodcoc@gilanet.com
Silver City 201 N. Hudson St. • Silver City, NM 88061 1-800-548-9378 www.silvercity.org e-mail: info@silvercity.org
Socorro/Magdalena P.O. Box Drawer K • Socorro, NM 87801 505-835-8927 www.socorronm.gov e-mail: tourism@socorronm.gov
P.O. Box 281 • Magdalena, NM 87825-0281 Voice 866-854-3217 Fax 800-788-1303 www.magdalena-nm.com e-mail: info@magdalena-nm.com
The largest and least populated county in the nation, this sports and adventure tourism paradise is also one of the most beautiful.
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Truth or Consequences/Elephant Butte www.sierracountynewmexico.info P.O. Box 31 • Truth or Consequences, NM 87901 505-894-3536
RESERVE, DATIL & QUEMADO GLENWOOD
GRANT COUNTY
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Elephant Butte P.O. Box 1355 Elephant Butte, NM 87935 (505) 744-4708
The mild climate of this historic mining area attracts outdoor enthusiasts as well as those interested in culture and the arts.
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background: Spring flowers at Fort Bayard. Photo by Amanda Yaryan
Late summer flowers bloom outside the old mercantile building at Steins, a railroad ghost town situated at the western gateway to Old West Country. Steins hours of operations are Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Monday 9:30am to 5:00pm. Photo by Joe Burgess.
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Southwest Region 2 Mike Trumbull Chair, Las Cruces George Pintar Vice-Chair, Las Cruces Susan LaFont Secretary, Elephant Butte Other region members: Vacant Las Cruces Sally Haigler Socorro Keith LeMay Silver City Eddie Khanbabian Deming
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HISTORY HEROES, VILLAINS AND JUST PLAIN FOLKS The names of Old West Country’s most famous 19th century historical figures are practically household words – Billy the Kid, Elfego Baca and Butch Cassidy are numbered among them. Billy grew up and was first jailed in Silver City. Butch Cassidy sometimes worked as a ranch hand near Glenwood under an assumed name. Elfego Baca shot it out with 80 Texas cowboys in what is now Reserve. Famous Native Americans of that era included Geronimo, Victorio, Mangas Coloradas and Cochise, all acknowledged for their military prowess. Pancho Villa, whose career began in Mexico in the late 1800s, invaded the United States at Columbus in 1916. Considering the tremendous scope of the region’s history, these figures might be viewed as people from modern times. Centuries before European explorers first reached the area, prehistoric Native American people lived in stone cities nestled in a place that would later become our nation’s first congressionally designated wilderness area. After the Spaniards arrived, mining activity increased and El Camino Real – the Royal Road – stretched north from Mexico City through Old West Country. Later, when Mexico gained autonomy, it retained Spain’s former interests in Southwest New Mexico. Eventually, a new sort of people began to appear here: trappers, prospectors and other explorers from the east. They were the forerunners of the westward expansion movement of the United States, which continues to this day. Such diverse echoes of the past are bound to resonate something of interest for every member of the family. Today the history of Old West Country is as nearby as a pleasant day trip to one of our many old forts, ghost towns and museums.
left column, from top: Geronimo traversed the Black Range in what is now Sierra County, home of the Geronimo Springs Museum in Truth or Consequences. Mangas Coloradas was chief of the Mimbreno Chiricahuas when an influx of miners arrived in the Pinos Altos area of present-day Grant County in the 1850s.The Buffalo Soldiers of Fort Craig in today’s Socorro County were never able to capture Victorio and his band of Warm Springs Apaches. Present-day Catron County was a refuge to Butch Cassidy (upper inset) who occasionally worked as a ranch hand near Glenwood under an assumed name. Self-appointed lawman Elfego Baca (lower inset) survived a 33-hour gun battle with 80 opponents in Reserve. Right column, from top: Luna County became internationally famous in 1916 after forces under Mexican revolutionary general Pancho Villa attacked Columbus and Camp Furlong, a nearby military base. Today, Pancho Villa State Park commemorates the event. Son-in-law of Mangas Coloradas, Cochise was a chief of the Chokoken Chiricahuas, who ranged through the rugged mountains and canyons of eastern Arizona and present-day Hidalgo County. Billy the Kid was tried and sentenced to hang in Mesilla, today’s home of the William Bonney Gallery, but escaped. OLD WEST COUNTRY
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country ENJOY A FULL RANGE OF OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES PLUS SHOPPING, HISTORY AND TECHNOLOGY. Although Southwest New Mexico offers a full range of outdoor adventures, one need not be a seasoned expert to enjoy the state’s largest recreational lakes and bird sanctuaries, or the mountain streams, trails, wilderness areas and scenic byways. Visitors craving the quiet solitude of pine forests or the sunlit splendor of peaceful rivers will feel at home here, as will those seeking challenging hiking and biking trails. Aquatic sports lovers will enjoy fishing, boating, jet skiing or scuba diving. Rockhounds find a wide variety of sought-after mineral specimens. The shops of nearby Mexico await those who prefer the adventure of international shopping, and area vineyards extend a warm invitation to wine aficionados. Old West Country offers it all. History abounds here, waiting to be explored. This was the home of such legendary figures as Geronimo and Billy the Kid, and the area is dotted with 19th century army forts and ghost towns. Reaching further back in time, Native American villages that predate European arrival still stand today. Meanwhile, high technology and the future are well represented by the Very Large Array Radio Telescope near Socorro and the future private spaceport near Truth or Consequences.
inset left: Old West Country is world renowned for its chile pepper production. left: This colorful antique windmill in Deming is a reminder of days gone by. inset, above: Visitors and residents alike enjoy the authentic atmosphere of Old West Country’s many 19th century ghost towns. below: the Very Large Array Radio Telescope is a feat of modern engineering and high technology.
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BIRDING Late fall migratory birds provide spectacular bird watching and photo opportunities at Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge near Socorro. The Rio Grande and Gila River systems and all mountain regions are host to year-round birding. Hummingbirds provide a real treat in warmer months in the Lake Roberts and Gila Cliff Dwelling areas. 505-388-8201
HIKING Apache, Cibola and Gila National Forest personnel maintain trail networks throughout the vast mountain region of Old West Country. Specific hiking areas include Aguirre Springs National Recreation Area at Las Cruces, Catwalk National Recreation Trail at Glenwood and segments of the Continental Divide Trail around Silver City. 505-388-8201
BIKING Mountain biking roads and trails are scattered throughout Old West Country, while the sanctioned Tour of the Gila 5-day bicycle stage race is held annually in Silver City. Check with local visitors centers for recommendations.
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G R E AT OUTDOORS ACTIVITIES FOR EVERYONE
Imagine quietly watching at sunset as thousands of migratory birds descend in sweeping clouds to rest and feed in the Bosque del Apache. Or picture yourself battling a trophy-sized striped bass from a boat in the warm water lakes along the Rio Grande. These are only two of a world full of outdoor recreational activities available in Southwest New Mexico. Two increasingly popular pursuits in recent years have been birding and rockhounding, and Old West Country offers abundant opportunities for both these activities. Hikers enjoy the solitude of the area’s three national forests and two major wilderness areas. State park trails showcase the beauty and challenges of the region’s desert terrain. Rock climbers and mountain cyclists are drawn here by the moderate climate and wide-open spaces. Guides are ready to provide wilderness horseback trips for riders of all experience levels. Those who prefer touring by car can enjoy the old mining towns and mountain vistas of the area’s scenic byways. Besides those big stripers, other bass species and catfish are available for the catching at Elephant Butte and Caballo Lakes. New Mexico’s largest, Elephant Butte Lake is host to a full range of water sports including water skiing, kayaking, sailing, scuba diving, jet skiing and parasailing. Rainbow trout inhabit the Southwest New Mexico’s cold, clear streams and mountain lakes. Usually only hand- or electric-powered boats are permitted at these smaller, ‘no wake’ lakes. At the end of the day, enjoy the hospitality and great food at area inns and restaurants, and then we recommend getting a good night’s sleep. Tomorrow will be another opportunity for new adventure in Old West Country.
left: The sunlit mountain streams of Southwest New Mexico contain catfish as well as rainbow and native trout. inset: Horseback riding in the high-lonesome country is another outdoor adventure option.
RO C K H O U N D I N G Gem and mineral activity is found throughout southwest New Mexico. Specific points of interest include the Mineral Museum at the New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology in Socorro, Rockhound State Park near Deming and the Chino open pit copper mine near Silver City. 505-388-8201
FISHING Among the state’s major fishing waters are Elephant Butte and Caballo Lakes on the Rio Grande. Mountain lakes and streams are scattered throughout the Gila and Apache National Forests, including Lake Roberts, Bear Canyon Lake, Bill Evans Lake, Snow Lake and Quemado Lake. http://www.state.nm.us/or 505-476-8000.
B OAT I N G & WAT E R S P O RT S Water skiing, scuba diving, jet skiing, sailing, parasailing and much more are typical activities at Elephant Butte Lake State Park. At most of the smaller mountain lakes, only electric powered motorboats are allowed.
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Florida Mountains simply offer a great excuse to explore the area. Rockhounds meet regularly in the area southeast of Deming for demonstrations, sales and trading. 505-546-6782.
VERY LARGE ARRAY “TELESCOPE”
CITY OF ROCKS STATE PARK
THE CATWALK RECREATION TRAIL Walkways suspended from narrow canyon walls are the beginnings of a trail that works its way into the Gila Wilderness. The trailhead and picnic grounds beneath large cottonwood and sycamore trees are five miles east of US180 at Glenwood. 505-538-2801.
ELEPHANT BUTTE LAKE STATE PARK
A city of giant monoliths protruding unexpectedly from the desert floor is located halfway between Silver City and Deming, 5 miles east of US180. The park has a visitor center, hiking trails, and a night sky observatory. Call for the observatory schedule. 505-536-2800.
ROCKHOUND STATE PARK
Follow the “Trail of the Mountain Spirits National Scenic Byway” two hours north from Silver City along
VETERANS MEMORIAL
A permanent Vietnam Memorial Wall has been erected in Truth or Consequences to honor those who gave their lives for their country. 505-894-6600.
Twenty-seven dish-shaped antennas are spread across three 13-mile ltracks, one of which crosses US60 between Socorro and Reserve. A visitor center explains the mission of the project sponsored by the National Radio Astronomy Observatory. 505-388-8201.
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hiking trails, great birding, and year-round events. History buffs will love the views of the 1916 dam and historic district at Dam Site Recreation Area.
Rock specimens scattered across the slopes of the
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R e g i o nal att rac t i o n s THE GAMUT OF HISTORY AND HUMAN EXPERIENCE
The rugged beauty and long colorful history of Southwest New Mexico help to set the stage for a broad variety of interesting places to visit and sights to see. From the desert to the tree-covered mountaintops, from prehistoric dwellings to high technology research and horse-drawn wagons to our very own spaceport, the attractions of Old West Country cover the gamut of natural history and human experience. Underneath everything else lies the geology of this highly mineralized area. At City of Rocks State Park, huge and unlikely volcanic extrusions rise abruptly from the desert floor, creating a fantasyland that resembles a community. Farther south, Rockhound State Park encourages its guests to gather up to 15 pounds of mineral specimens to take home with them. After the land came the early people. The Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument offers a glimpse into the lives of prehistoric man who moved from the valley basin into walled caves on higher ground before ultimately moving on to an unknown destination. Later, miners came to Old West Country. One of their legacies lives on in the form of the Catwalk National Recreation Trail near Glenwood, which follows the route miners used to repair the flume that carried water down Whitewater Canyon to the mill. Parts of the trail are suspended over Whitewater Creek. After mining came agriculture. The New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum displays a thorough history of the state farming and ranching activities, and gives demonstrations with actual farm animals. Most recently, the adoption of sophisticated technology resulted in the creation of the Very Large Array Radio Telescopes, 27 gigantic dish-shaped antennas arranged along three 13-mile tracks on the Plains of San Agustin. Near Magdalena the antennas perform as a single unit, focusing on radio waves from deep space. Presently, work is underway on a spaceport near Truth or Consequences that will one day make space travel available to private citizens.
clockwise from top, left: The setting sun illuminates one species of the native foliage found at Rockhound State Park near the Visitor Center; a section of the Catwalk National Scenic Trail near Glenwood, which follows a path made by 19th century miners; just a few of the many thousands of migratory birds that visit the Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge each year; twilight falls on relics of the Old West at Shakespeare Ghost Town; the Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum near Las Cruces displays New Mexico’s agricultural heritage beginning with the ancient Anasazi; Elephant Butte Lake is a well-known paradise for all varieties of water sports. center photo: a visitor inspects part of the ruins at Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument. inset: A view of the skyline at Elephant Butte Lake. NM15 or NM35 to the national monument visitor center. Printed matter and a movie provide information about the 13th century inhabitants of this pristine area. The Cliff Dwellings are accessible by a short, well-maintained trail. 505-536-9344.
elers and traders along El Camino Real and now supports industry, agriculture, recreation and individual needs for New Mexico’s central corridor. Visit the El Camino Real International Heritage Center off I-25 at exit 115 between Socorro and Turth or Consequences.
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A large and intriguing display of farm and ranch implements from the early Anasazi to modern times. See live milking demonstrations and special presentations. 505-522-4100.
THE RIO GRANDE
New Mexico’s lifeline meanders through the Old West communities of Socorro, Truth or Consequences and Las Cruces. It contributed water and food for early trav-
A picturesque and historic Mexican/Old West plaza is surrounded by a stately church and 1800s buildings filled with fabulous shopping and dining opportunities. Additional shopping plazas with a charm all their own are continuing to expand along Avenida de Mesilla. 505-524-3262
Soldiers. A year-round visitor center and living history demonstrations on weekends May through September. Nineteenth century military encampments second Saturdays monthly year-round. 505-526-8911
THE PLAINS OF SAN AGUSTIN
The largest and highest grassland in North America. 866-854-3217.
THE CIBOLA NAT’L. FOREST–MAGDALENA DIST. Made up of the largest collection of historic ranchlands in New Mexico. 505-854-2281.
FORT SELDEN
An 1800s cavalry fort that was utilized by the Buffalo
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1. Hatch to Deming: NM 26 Raptor Route (Private Property - Bird from road only)
2. Mount View Cemetery 3. Deming Water Treatment Area 4. Spring Canyon Unit of Rock Hound State Park 5. Pancho Villa State Park 6. NM 9 between Hachita & Animas 7. NM 338 South of Animas (Private Property - Bird from road only) 8. Clanton Canyon 9. State Line Road near Rodeo (Private Property - Bird from road only) 10. Granite Gap 11. Lordsburg Playa (Private Property - Bird from road only) 12. Virden Bridge (Private Property - Bird from road only) 13. Lower Gila Box 14. Glenwood Fish Hatchery 15. National Catwalk Recreation Area 16. Mogollon (Private Property - Bird from road only) 17. Willow Creek Campground 18. Redrock Road (Private Property - Bird from road only) 19. Burro Mountains: Forest Rd. 851 20. Gila River Bird Habitat Area 21. Gila River / Mogollon Creek Confluence 22. Big Ditch Park 23. Cherry Creek / McMillan Campgrounds 24. Signal Peak Road 25. Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument 26. Lake Roberts Area 27. TNC Mimbres Preserve 28. Fort Bayard Historical District 29. City of Rocks State Park 30. Iron Creek Campground to Lower Gallinas Campground 31. Emory Pass 32. Kingston-Hillsboro Area (Private Property - Bird from road only) 33. Las Animas Creek (Private Property - Bird from road only) 34. Percha Dam State Park 35. Caballo Lake State Park & Caballo Dam 36. Las Palomas Marsh 37. Elephant Butte Lake State Park 38. Springtime Campground 39. Leasburg Dam State Park 40. Dripping Springs Recreation Area 41. Aguirre Springs National Recreation Area 42. The Bosque 43. Water Canyon 44. Socorro Birding Site
Some people have devoted a major part of their lives to birding, while for others it is a recently acquired interest and a fascinating new way to spend time outdoors. Whatever your level of experience or the lengths of your lists, two facts are becoming more obvious each year – birding is an increasingly popular activity, and Old West Country is an outstanding area in which to enjoy it. Birding is like fishing in one respect. An angler might report that the fishing is great, but unless he or she states where the fish were found, the information is of little value. Some Old West Country residents are able to observe more than a hundred species of birds without leaving home. Others, including area visitors, would be more successful if someone courteously pointed them in the right direction, and initial success is important to maintaining interest in any new activity. With this in mind, Old West Trails has compiled a list of places to go and species to look for. *Some of the locations are also known for their scenic beauty; others may seem unlikely but are nonetheless areas preferred by various of our feathered friends. Old West Country birding experts have verified all locations. By combining information contained in this feature with other resources found on these pages, you can plan a birding adventure that also includes hiking, camping, horseback riding and a wealth of other activities that await you here in Old West Country. Visit http://www.oldwestcountry.com/birdingmap.html to view this map and birding information specific to each site in electronic form. *Thanks to the New Mexico Audubon Society and their Southwest Birding Trail. inset: A Red Napped Sapsucker. Photo by Dale Zimmerman above: One of eight species of hummingbirds found in the region. Photo by Bob Pelham
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Reserve/Glenwood 1 Reserve (C2) 2 Quemado (A2) 3 Pie Town (A3) 4 Plains of San Agustin/Datil (B3-B4) 5 Glenwood (D1) 6 Glenwood Hatchery (D1) 7 The Catwalk (D1) 8 San Francisco Hot Springs (D1) 9 Mogollon (C1) 10 Snow Lake (C2) 11 Gila Wilderness (D2-D3) 12 Outer Loop (C1-D3) a Cooney’s Tomb (C1) b Clairmont (C1) c Frisco (C1)
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Outdoor adventures in the authentic Old West.
inset: The Southwest mining boom of the latter 1800s left many relics for modern-day explorers. center: The ghost town of Steins was a busy railroad town in the era of the steam-powered locomotive. far right: A mission-era church built of stone and adobe still stands today.
About 50 trains a day pass close by the town of Steins – pronounced “Steens” – near the Arizona state line, but the trains don’t stop there for water anymore. Things are also pretty quiet in Shakespeare, where the fiercest outlaws in the Old West once passed the time drinking and shooting at flies on the wall.
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much as it has throughout time, without witnessing the clamor of 1880s mining activity. Don’t be fooled by all this tranquility. The Lordsburg area in Hidalgo County, New Mexico is a robust outdoor activities destination for photographers, birders, historians and fans of the Old West. Tours are available at both the railroad ghost town of Steins and the stage line ghost town of Shakespeare, and both are easily accessible from Lordsburg. For information and hours of operation at Steins (population two), Call 505) 542-9791. For more information on Shakespeare call (505) 542-9034 or visit www.shakespeareghostown.com. Birding enthusiasts and nature photographers will enjoy a visit to Granite
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Granite Gap consists of 1,750 acres of boulders and ridges jutting out of the surrounding plains, and is home to numerous bird and animal species. The best times to visit are early spring and late fall. Note that the Granite Gap Mine is private property, not open to visitors. The Lower Gila Box with its mature trees, rocky cliffs and leisurely paced river, is host to some 170 species of birds throughout the year. These are both remote and primitive areas, so bring water, provisions and dress appropriately. The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) manages both sites and can provide additional information at (505) 525-4300.
HIDALGO COUNTY EVENTS Feb 10
Cowboy Poetry Fiesta 505-542-9864
Jul 4
5K Run, Rodeo NM activities, Dance,
Aug 23-26
Hildalgo County Fair 505-542-9864
Aug 31
Tejano Fest 505-542-9864
Fireworks 505-542-9864
Sep 1-3
Tejano Fest 505-542-9864
Dec 1
Annual Light Parade, Moonlight Madness 505-542-9864
ATTRACTIONS Shakespeare Ghost Town. Open monthly for guided tours. Call for schedule. 2.5 miles southwest of Lordsburg. 542-9034 Steins. Railroad ghost town located 20 miles west of Lordsburg. Closed Tuesday-Thursday & closed 1st 3 weeks of December. 542-9791
LOCATION Lordsburg is situated on I-10 between Tucson, AZ and Deming, NM. TOUR After your visit to Hidalgo County, proceed 60 miles east on I-10 to Deming.
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DEMING
LUNA COUNTY Enjoying 340 days of sunshine annually, even Deming’s ducks are athletically inclined.
insert: The visitor center at Rockhound State Park. right: Though a city experiencing rapid growth, Deming still has plenty of wide open spaces. This photo features the rugged Florida (pronounced FlorEE-da) Mountains to the south of town. opposite: The friendship between the international sister cities of Columbus and Palomas is symbolized by this sculpture located in Palomas... a meeting of General Black Jack Pershing and Pancho Villa.
Outdoor enthusiasts who thrive on fair weather will certainly find it in Deming, where the sun shines 340 days a year. * With a list of activities that includes golf, hiking, rockhounding, birding and more, even the ducks are athletically inclined. Savvy gem and mineral collectors already know about Rockhound State Park, where visitors are encouraged to gather up to 15 pounds of mineral specimens for their own collections. The park offers a visitor center and a wide range of amenities for campers, hikers and birders as well as a botanical garden and our state parks system’s first native pollinator garden. An adjacent unit of Rockhound State park is Spring Canyon, a secluded day use area where the birding is said to be especially good. Two other state parks are also close to town – historic Pancho Villa State Park near Mexico and the fabulous City of Rocks a short drive to the north. Back in Deming, enjoy a round of golf at the 18-hole Rio Mimbres Golf Course or take a swim at the Sam Baca Aquatic Center. Tour one of the area vineyards and wineries. Low-impact aerobic activity is available at the trails in Voiers Pit Park or on a walking tour of a historic downtown district filled with excellent museums, galleries, antique shops and friendly people. Whatever time of year you visit Deming, be sure to return in August for the Great American Duck Race. A popular celebration for over a quarter of a century, this event pays cash purses for winning ducks and hosts activities that include a week of
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parades, outhouse races, contests, barbeques and social events. You can also enjoy international shopping and dining just 31 miles south of Deming on NM11. Here you’ll find the towns of Columbus, New Mexico USA and www.oldwestcountry.com 1-800-290-8330
Photo by Mary Catherine Meek
Puerto Palomas de Villa in the state of Chihuahua, Mexico. RVers have long made Pancho Villa State Park at Columbus a destination for shaking off their wintertime blues. The park recently unveiled its new $1.3 million education and visitor center. Palomas is always a bustling place where visitors discover a bonanza of bargains on handmade goods from all of Mexico. One store even offers cocktails
and
dining
under
the
same roof, often accompanied by live music. Publisher’s Note: U.S. Customs and Border Protection, the Department of Homeland
Security
and
New
Mexico
Traveler would like to remind visitors to Mexico that it important to declare all items purchased there when returning to the United States. Mexican law strictly forbids carrying guns or ammunition into Mexico without a special permit. * Source: “Deming Horizons”, Volume 2 . DEMING
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SANTA FE STYLE Active Adult 55+ Community Set amid some of the most beautiful desert in Southern NM, Country Club Estates provides Santa Fe style designs CUSTOMIZED by you at values no other active adult community can match! Within minutes you'll find an 18-hole golf course, a community learning center and walking/bicycling paths.
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COUNTRY CLUB ESTATES • 1-800-368-9058 or 505-544-4254 Represented by Broken Arrow Realty, Barbara Reedy - Qualifying Broker/Owner 2901 Country Club Road, Deming, NM, 2 Miles South of the Country Club www.santafestyle.com • info@santafestyle.com
The Galleria on 8th Located in the historic BAKER HOUSE ca. 1888 200 S. 8th Street Deming, NM 88030 505.544.9029 Mon-Sat 10:00 - 5:00 Sunday by appointment www.galleriaon8th.com ~Antiques and Interiors~ ~Decorative and Fashion Accessories, including fine and custom jewelry, scarves, purses, and more~ ~Exquisite and Exclusive furnishings and objet d'art from our South American workshops~ ~An extraordinary collection of textiles from the 17th - 20th centuries~ ~An ECLECTICLY EXCLUSIVE EMPORIUM~ ~A "feast" for the eyes, a "must" for the home and a delight to visit!~
Mar 10-11 May 5 Jul 4 Aug 25-26 Oct 6-7 Oct 20-21 Nov TBA Dec 2 Dec 15
Open House at the Pink Store in Palomas. 505-531-7243 Raid Day Commemorative in Columbus. 866-397-2406 Camp Furlong Days in Columbus. 866-397-2406 Rockhound Roundup. 505-546-6182 Cinco de Mayo Fireworks and Entertainment at the Deming Baseball Field. 505-546-2674 Great American Duck Race. 888-345-1125 Southwestern NM State Fair. 505-546-3729 St. Clair Winery Festival. 505-546-9324 3rd Annual Wild West Days. 505-546-8200 Green Tea at the Deming Luna Mimbres Museum. 505-546-2832 Christmas Light Parade in downtown Deming. 505-544-2855
ATTRACTIONS City of Rocks State Park. Rock formations formed from old volcanic ash flow. Campsites, botanical garden and visitor center. 30 miles northwest of Deming. 536-2800 Deming Arts Center. National and regional art shows. 100 S. Gold. 546-3663 Deming Luna Mimbres Museum. Minerals, gems, frontier military history and Mimbres exhibits. 301 S. Silver. 546-2382. www.zianet.com/deming Luna Rossa Winery. 544-1160. www.LunaRossaWinery.com Rockhound State Park. Collect up to 15 lbs of rocks. Campsites and visitor center. 14 miles southeast of Deming. 546-6182 St. Clair Winery. 546-9324. www.stclairvineyards.com Columbus Historical Society Museum. Southern Pacific Railroad Depot. 531-2620 Pancho Villa State Park. Botanical garden, camping and visitor center. 531-2711 Columbus Tumbleweed Theater. 120 shows yearly, call for schedule. Delicious gourmet dinners served. 531-2311 U.S. and Mexico Port of Entry. 24-hour crossing Columbus / Palomas. 3 miles south of Columbus. 531-2686
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LOCATION Deming is located on I-10,
about 60 miles east of Lordsburg and 34 miles north of the U.S. border with Mexico.
TOUR ROUTE From Deming, head south on NM11 for 31 miles to reach the historic village of Columbus, NM. International shopping and dining are available in Palomas, Mexico, just three miles farther south. Leaving Palomas, return to Deming on NM11, and then travel east on I-10 for 59 miles to reach Las Cruces.
MORE INFORMATION Deming Luna County Chamber of Commerce (505) 546-2674 www.demingchamber.com
FORTS
DOÑA ANA COUNTY
FORT SELDEN A State Monument.
GRANT COUNTY
FORT BAYARD On the National Register of Historic Places. SANTA RITA DEL COBRE FORT A replica of Fort Webster.
RELICS & REALISM
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FORT CUMMINGS Ruins maintained by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM).
SOCORRO COUNTY
FORT CRAIG A BLM Special Management area on the National Register of Historic Places.
GHOST TOWNS CATRON COUNTY
CLAIRMONT MOGOLLON Lightly populated.
DOÑA ANA COUNTY DRIPPING SPRINGS
HIDALGO COUNTY
FAMOUS BUILDINGS, FORTS & GHOST TOWNS OF OLD WEST COUNTRY There are many locations around the nation where visitors can encounter a ‘famous’ parking lot or freeway overpass. That is to say that some known historic event took place in the area, but no trace of the event, the times, or even the original landscape remains. Those seeking knowledge of the past come away with only the knowledge that they stood in the vicinity of a place where an event once happened. Visitors to Old West Country soon discover that the authentic historic sites
SHAKESPEARE (505) 542-9034 STEINS (505) 542-9791
here in Southwest New Mexico are places where history is a living thing to be
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seen, explored, and felt in the soul. The walls of old forts stand as sentinels.
CHLORIDE Population 20. CUCHILLO GOLD DUST LAKE VALLEY Operated by BLM.
Headframes of old mines dot the green hills and desert arroyos. Buildings still
SOCORRO COUNTY
can still be discerned among pristine landscapes.
KELLY Obtain visitor’s pass at the rock shop. SAN ANTONIO The Hilton section is south of the present town.
stand that were inhabited by Old West figures like Billy the Kid and the Clantons, as well as those built by prehistoric tribes who lived here before the arrival of the Spanish Conquistadors. Wagon trails and vast cattle drive corridors Old West Trails invites visitors to do the appropriate research, and then enjoy an authentic hike or day trip back across time. We recommend obtaining all directions and other information locally. Verify the property status of the area you wish to visit, and always respect the rights of private property owners.
HISTORIC BUILDINGS
DOÑA ANA COUNTY SAN ALBINO CHURCH
GRANT COUNTY SILVER CITY MUSEUM
LUNA COUNTY CUSTOM HOUSE LUNA COUNTY COURTHOUSE On the National register of Historic Places.
SIERRA COUNTY THE PIONEER STORE On the State List of Historic Buildings.
SOCORRO COUNTY THE CAPITOL BAR
insert: An 1895 map of New Mexico. Above: Stone pillars of old Fort Craig between Socorro and Truth or Consequences stand like century-old sentinels on the plains. Fort Craig was one of over 70 forts and military encampments established to protect settlers and freight lines in the 19th century. RELICS & REALISM
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inset: Colorful folk dancers entertain visitors to Mesilla’s historic plaza. center: Creation of the official World’s Largest Enchilada is just one highlight of the Whole Enchilada Festival in downtown Las Cruces, which features food, dancing and a parade. next page: Luminarias, the traditional Christmas decorations of Old West Country, adorn Old Mesilla during the holidays.
Photo by Art Schobey
An urban commercial hub, it is also home to history and culture.
Stretching along the Rio Grande in the southeast corner of Old West Country, Las Cruces is New Mexico’s second largest city. A regional commercial hub, it is home to history and culture, and is your headquarters for a variety of outdoor experiences. History fans will enjoy Fort Selden State Monument just a few miles to the north. The walls are still standing at this 1800s cavalry fort. Afterwards, pitch your tent at adjacent Leasburg Dam State Park and cool off with some swimming or fishing. Another destination of historic interest is the New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum, which traces the development of regional agriculture over the last 3000 years. Hiking trails traverse both sides of the Organ Mountains, and cyclists will find bike trails along the Rio Grande. Everyone will enjoy the archeological and geological features of the Chihuahuan Desert Nature Park. The White Sands National Monument is one of numerous day trip options. For a complete change of pace visit Mesilla, where traveling through the past is as
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easy as stepping out of your car. Once a village along El Camino Real, Mesilla was later the regional headquarters for the Butterfield Overland Mail and Stage Line. Billy the Kid escaped before he could be hanged here in 1881. www.oldwestcountry.com 1-800-290-8330
START YOUR
Mesilla
EXPERIENCE today!
World-class shopping and dining in the very buildings that kindled 150 years of vibrant Southwest history. Photograph a stunning plaza where the Gadsden Purchase was ratified, buildings that served the Confederate Army and the Butterfield Stage, and the courthouse where Billy the Kid was tried for murder. Take a self-guided tour, visit our museum, hike the river or bicycle through the pecan orchards on El Camino Real Scenic Byway. You’ll barely make a dent in one day, so plan to spend the night at our boutique hotel or old west bed & breakfast.
There is a photo opportunity around every corner in Mesilla. The seasonal scent of roasting chile wafts through the narrow streets as the traditional gazebo, towers of San Albino Church and Spanish territorial buildings recall a more serene time without evoking its hardships. Mesilla’s historic structures offer fine dining and a variety of unique shops, galleries and overnight accommodations. After a
The J. Paul Taylor
sumptuous dinner, watch from your balcony as the moon
Visitor Center 505.524.3262
rises over the rugged splendor of the Organ Mountains
www.oldmesilla.org
and reflect on your adventures in Old West Country.
Town of Mesilla • P.O. Box 10 Mesilla, NM 88046
DON A ANA COUNTY EVENTS Apr 18-22 May 5-6 May 26-28 Sep 1-2 Sep 15-16 Sep 29-30 Sep 27-30 Oct 1 Oct 20-21 Nov 3-4 Nov 16-18 Dec 24
13th Annual Border Book Festival. www.borderbookfestival.org 505-524-1499 Cinco de Mayo Fiesta in Mesilla. www.oldmesilla.org 505-524-3262 Southern New Mexico Wine Festival. www.nmwine.com 505-522-1232 Hatch Chile Festival. www.hatchchilefest.com 505-267-5050 Diez y Seis de Septiembre Fiesta in Mesilla. www.oldmesilla.org 505-524-3262 The Whole Enchilada Fiesta. www.twefie.com 505-526-1938 Southern New Mexico State Fair. www.snmstatefair.org 505-524-8602 Southern New Mexico State Fair. www.snmstatefair.org 505-524-8602 Cowboy Days. www.frhm.org 505-522-4100 36th Annual Renaissance Arts Faire. 505-523-6403 International Mariachi Conference & Concert. www.lascrucesmariachi.org 505-525-1735 Christmas Carols & Luminarias on the Plaza in Mesilla. www.oldmesilla.org 505-524-3262
ATTRACTIONS Branigan Cultural Center and Art Museum. History exhibits, art and culture. 500 N. Water St. 505-541-2155. www.las-cruces.org/museums Chihuahuan Desert Nature Park. Geological formations, desert flora, hiking trail and archaeology. 505-524-3334. www.cdnp.org Farmers & Crafts Market. Every Wednesday and Saturday from 8 am-12 noon. Local produce and crafts. Downtown Mall. 505-528-3276 Fort Selden. An 1800s cavalry fort that was utilized by the Buffalo Soldiers. Visitor center and living history demonstrations. 505-526-8911 Leasburg Dam State Park. Fishing, campsites and swimming. 19 miles northwest of Las Cruces. 505-524-4068 Mesilla Mercado. Local produce & crafts. Every Thursday & Sunday on Mesilla Plaza. 505-524-3262 New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum. 3000 years of N.M. agricultural history. 4100 Dripping Springs Rd. 505-522-4100. www.frhm.org Stahmann Farms Country Store. Candy and crafts made with local pecans. 7 miles south of Las Cruces. 1-800-654-6887. www.stahmanns.com San Albino Church. Mission church built 1907. Old Mesilla Plaza. 505-526-9349 St. Clair Winery. A variety of local wine. 1800 Avenida de Mesilla. 505-524-0390.
LOCATION Las Cruces is located at the junction of I-10 and I-25, just over 46 miles northwest of El Paso, TX.
TOUR ROUTE Historic Mesilla is adjacent to Las Cruces on the west side. Returning on I-10 to its junction with I-25, head north on I-25 for 75 miles to Truth or Consequences. MORE INFORMATION Las Cruces Convention and Visitors Bureau (800) 343-7827 or (505) 541-2444 www.lascrucescvb.org
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A Day T r i p t o
T r e as u r e HISTORIC AREA MINING TOWNS The ringing of double-jack hammers and the roar of black powder are sounds that have faded from these hills now, but a number of the old towns that the mining industry built in its heyday remain today. Several of the towns are still lightly inhabited, have become repopulated or are presently managed by government agencies. All of them played a role in creating the wealth of Old West Country and this nation. Accessed from the Geronimo Trail National Scenic Byway, the towns of Winston, Chloride and Lake Valley are three historic mining towns forming the basic route for a pleasant and informative family day trip. For those wishing a more extended adventure, Fierro, Mogollon and Pinos Altos are easily included on the itinerary.
WINSTON Mineral: Silver: Originally called Fairview, it was home to about 200 people who preferred
the
quieter
town
over
nearby
rambunctious Chloride.
CHLORIDE Mineral: Silver: The Pioneer Store has been turned into a world-class museum, and the Monte Cristo Saloon is now an upscale gallery.
LAKE VALLEY Mineral: Silver: Managed by BLM. The Bridal Chamber, a legendary large deposit of almost pure silver, was discovered here.
FIERRO Mineral: Copper, Iron and Zinc:The first copper mine was established by a German immigrant in 1841. A small population remains today.
MOGOLLON Mineral: Gold and Silver: Located on the northern edge of the Gila Wilderness near Glenwood, its precious metal bullion was once hauled to Silver City by mule teams.
PINOS ALTOS Mineral: Gold: Named for the tall trees in the area. Village merchants accepted gold dust in trade well into the 20th century. A DAY TRIP TO TREASURE
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t ru t h o r consequences
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The indigenous American people considered the area to be a place of healing.
No matter what your choice of outdoor sports or recreational activities may be, sooner or latter you are likely to try too hard or have too much fun and end up with aches and pains. In Old West Country, Native Americans have known the local restorative cure for thousands of years: a trip to the healing springs of Truth or Consequences. The community, which is located in an area previously inhabited by the Warm Springs Apache tribe, was actually called Hot Springs until a 1950 promotional offer by Ralph Edwards of the radio and TV show ‘Truth or Consequences’ persuaded the town’s citizens to change its name. It is an unfortunately under-publicized fact that in this region, ironically considered to be a desert, the Hot Springs Historic Bathhouse and Commercial District
inset: A serene pond in Ralph Edwards Park near the Rio Grande. above: the nearby Black Range is a gateway to the Gila National Forest and mining towns of the past.
sits atop one of the largest aquifers in North America, producing over two million gallons of perfectly balanced hot mineral water each day. Old West Country travelers are thankful that for all its natural abundance, Truth or Consequences remains one of the most affordable spa towns in America today. The indigenous American people considered the area to be a healing place, intended to be devoid of combat and available to all. It is thought that the John Cross Cattle Company built the first actual bathhouse here in the early 1880s as a sort of early-day employee benefit for its working cowboys. Today, nine spas and bathhouses offer the recuperative powers of the pristine hot springs, along with a complete range of massage and other rejuvenating healing arts treatments for weary travelers in Old West Country. Several of the establishments have been carefully restored to echo the 1920s-1930s era, when the town was alternatively dubbed “The City of Health.” Central to area history and ‘T or C’ – as it is called by locals – are the Geronimo Springs Museum and the Geronimo Trail Visitors and Interpretive Center, which take visitors on an historic journey beside the successive inhabitants of the area
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from its known beginnings. Displays range from area fossils to an entire miner’s log cabin! Area day trips include the village of Hillsboro about an hour away, and the ghost towns of Winston, Chloride and Lake Valley. www.oldwestcountry.com 1-800-290-8330
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Fiesta and Rodeo in Truth or Consequences. 505-740-0315 Hillsboro Apple Festival in downtown Hillsboro. 505-895-5636 Elephant Butte Balloon Regatta, Drag Boat Races and Sky Divers. 505-744-4708 Destination: Sierra County, NM. 505-894-2739 Beachwalk Luminaria Festival and Floating Light Parade at Elephant Butte. 505-744-4708
ATTRACTIONS Black Range Ranger District. Camping, hiking, picnicking. (505) 894-6677 Caballo Lake State Park. Boat launch sites, campsites, picnicking and visitor center. (505) 743-3942 Elephant Butte Lake State Park. Campsites, visitor center, water sports and trails. (505) 744-5421 Geronimo Springs Museum. Area history, pottery collections and minerals. 211 Main St. (505) 894-6600 Veteran's Memorial Park and Viet Nam Memorial Wall, 996 South Broadway, T or C. (505) 470-7111 T or C Hot Springs. Indoor tubs, bath houses and saunas. (505) 894-6600 www.spatown.com
LOCATION Truth or Consequences is situated along I-25, some 75 miles north of Las Cruces and 73 miles south of Socorro. TOUR ROUTE From Truth or Consequences, proceed five miles north to the City of Elephant Butte. MORE INFORMATION Sierra County Visitors Information (505) 894-6600 www.sierracountynewmexico.info Truth or Consequences/Sierra County Chamber of Commerce (505) 894-3536 Elephant Butte Chamber of Commerce (505) 744-4708 Geronimo Trail National Scenic Byway Visitor’s Center (505) 894-1968 or 1-800-831-9487
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505.744.4960 Bus. 505.744.4999 Fax 505.740.1487 Cell 509 Hwy.195, P.O. Box 1083 • Elephant Butte, NM 87935 Each Office is Independently Owned & Operated.
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inset: Elephant Butte Lake is named for a volcanic rock formation that is now an island in the lake. center: many forms of watercraft call the lake home, from oneperson kayaks to this group of stately sailboats riding at anchor in the moonlight. right: Game fish at the state park include walleye; white, black and largemouth bass; crappie and recordsetting stripers.
LOCATION The city is adjacent to Elephant Butte Lake State Park, five miles north of Truth or Consequences.
largest lake and its premier water sports destination, attracting almost a million visitors annu-
TOUR North of the City of
ally. The clean, sandy beaches are ideal for swimming and camping and the lake offers all
Elephant Butte, rejoin I-25 northbound and continue on approximately 68 miles to Socorro.
MORE INFORMATION Elephant Butte Chamber of Commerce (505) 744-4708
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Forty miles long with over 200 miles of shoreline, Elephant Butte Lake is New Mexico’s
manner of boating, water skiing, scuba diving, jet skiing and even parasailing. For anglers, the waters are stocked with many species of game fish, including walleye; white, black and largemouth bass; crappie and record-setting stripers. Land-based recreational activities include hiking, birding and special events throughout the year. The Elephant Butte Lake State Park Visitor Center will interest rockhounds with its fossil and geologic exhibits. Fans of engineering and history will enjoy the story of the early 20th century construction of the dam that
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ELEPHANT BUTTE INN AND S PA "An Exotic Retreat from the Ordinary" Elephant Butte Inn offers visitors a stunning vista of Elephant Butte Lake and nearby mountains in a tranquil desert setting. The Ivory Tusk Tavern and Restaurant, along with our banquet and conference facilities is the ideal location for your personal vacation or group event. Our spa, Free Wi-Fi, business center, heated outdoor pool (seasonal) and complimentary continental breakfast are just some of the fine amenities available. Activities located nearby include a championship 18-hole golf course, boat and jet ski rentals, and fishing charters.
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ELEPHANT BUTTE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE “New Mexico’s Diamond in the Desert” Elephant Butte is the premiere recreation destination in the state of New Mexico. Nestled along the shores of the largest lake in the state, the city of Elephant Butte offers year-round sunshine and a comfortable climate. “Elephant Butte-Stay and Play!”
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505.744.4708 created the lake, which is named for an extinct volcano that is now an island landmark in the reservoir. Incorporated
in
1998,
the
City
of
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ties, restaurants, hotels and motels, guide services, marinas and watercraft rentals. Each September it sponsors the Elephant Butte Balloon Regatta which features hot air balloons, skydivers and drag boats from across the country. An exciting nighttime
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special event is the Beach Walk Luminaria
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Festival and Lighted Boat Parade, held
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annually at Christmas time. Held at the state park, the occasion dazzles the eye with thousands of luminaries lining a specially designed path on the beach. Along the way, campfires, live music and food provided by local vendors warm both body and soul. The celebration also includes a
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parade of illuminated boats, ending with prizes awarded for the most amusingly or elaborately decorated watercraft or RV.
Lakeside RV Park [ The only 1st Class RV park for 50 miles. Large pull thru’s – full hook-ups ((W/S/E/CATV)- phone 107 Country Club Blvd Elephant Butte, NM 1-800-808-5848 or (505) 744-5996 | www.lakesiderv.com | lakeside@riolink.com
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Unique experiences can be found within an hour’s drive in all directions.
inset: A single segment of the enormous Very Large Array Radio Telescope. above: Seventeenth century Spanish Franciscan missionaries built churches in three remote Tiwa pueblos, which are located in the present-day Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument. The largest is located at Gran Quivera.
Once a welcome haven for weary travelers along El Camino Real, historic Socorro today is a notable destination for golfers, birders, rockhounds, nature photographers and fans of history and high technology, as well as campers and hikers. While the town itself features a variety of activities, Socorro is also a hub for unique experiences to be found within an hour’s drive in all directions. Heading west from Socorro, stop at the historic mining, cattle and railroad town of
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Magdalena before driving on to the Plains of San Agustin and the Very Large Array Radio Telescope. The observable aspects of this incredible work of engineering and technology consist of 27 huge antenna dishes, each 82 feet in diameter and weighing www.oldwestcountry.com 1-800-290-8330
230 tons. The dishes can move along three intersecting stretches of track, each 13 miles in length, and operate as a single unit focusing on radio waves deep in outer space. The National Radio Astronomy Observatory, a facility
of
the
National
Science
Foundation, operates the facility for use by scientists from around the world. Returning to town, drive a few miles south to San Antonio, the 1880s site of the first Hilton hotel, then travel on to the remarkable Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge. Home to a variety of wildlife year-round, the 57,000-acre refuge is also a feeding and resting point for thousands of migratory identified eagles,
birds species,
snow
comprising
377
including
bald
geese
and
sandhill
cranes. Each year in late autumn, people from around the world come to watch the grand spectacle as birds arrive at the shallow marshlands and depart again in huge flocks that resemble clouds blocking the sun. One need not be a devoted birding enthusiast to enjoy the occasion or the area. Hikers appreciate the nature trails one to nine miles in length, which offer fantastic opportunities for viewing and photographing wildlife. A 12-mile auto tour loop gives visitors an overview of the beauty of the place,
Home to... • Wildlife Sanctuaries • Ancient Ruins & Historical Sites • Scientific Research & Education
and the Bosque Nature Store – a bookstore and gift shop – is open
• Art Galleries & Performance Arts
all year. History fans will want to travel
• Technological Advancements
another 20 miles southward to visit the recently completed El Camino Real International Heritage Center and then visit the nearby ruins of Fort Craig, one of the largest forts of the
• New Mexico’s Best Green Chili • One of New Mexico’s Best Public Golf Courses
old west era. The site also includes a small museum. Socorro is the hub for a number of other
outdoor
destinations
and
recreational areas as well, including Box Canyon, Escondida Lake Park, San Lorenzo
Canyon,
Water
Canyon
Socorro Heritage & Visitor Center
217 Fisher Ave. • Socorro, NM 87801 505-835-8927 • tourism@socorronm.gov • www.socorronm.gov
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Fax: 505-835-3108 Sundance Gifts A unique selection of gifts for all reasons & seasons. • Native American and Native New Mexican Arts & Crafts • Mexican Arts & Crafts • Pottery and Ceramic Art • Desert Garden Chili & Spices • Indian Jewelry & Cusom Jewelry. Monday-Saturday 9am-5:30pm
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Campground, the Quebradas Backcountry Scenic
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Mining and Technology in Socorro is a university
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Tech, the school has a Mineral Museum that
The highly respected New Mexico Institute of
LEGACY
contains
one
of
the
world’s
finest
mineral
collections. Rockhounds and other visitors can Office: 505-835-1422 Cell: 505-440-8297
bhouston@socorronmproperty.com
browse through 15,000 different specimens, and there is no admission charge. An interesting note is that New Mexico Tech is
The Very Large Array
also a destination for golfers. The school’s 18-hole
National Radio Astronomy Observatory.
public golf course has been rated “one of the ten
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best public courses in New Mexico” by Golf Digest® magazine.
OPEN DAILY
52 Miles West of Socorro on Hwy. 60
505.835.7410
•
www.nrao.edu
above: The historic San Miguel Mission was established along El Camino Real in 1615. right: Enjoying a round of golf in the fresh air and sunshine at New Mexico Tech.
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SOCORRO COUNTY EVENTS Battles of Socorro, Civil War Re-enactment, (505) 835-2530 Jun 3-9 Socorro Springs Open Golf Tournament, NM Tech Golf Course (505) 835-5335 Oct 10-13 14th Annual Enchanted Skies Star Party, NM Tech Observatory, (505) 835-8927 Oct 13 5th Annual Socorro Fest Micro-Brew and Wine Festival, Historic Plaza (505) 835-8927 Nov 12-18 20th Annual Festival of the Cranes at Bosque del Apache Refuge, (505) 835-2077 For more information on any of the above events please call the Socorro Visitor Center at (505) 835-8927 or visit www.socorronm.gov
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Feb 23-25
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ATTRACTIONS Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge. Visitor center, auto tour, hiking and year-round birding. 16 miles south of Socorro. 838-2120. www.friendsofthebosque.org Cibola National Forest – Magdalena District. Made up of the largest collection of historic ranchlands in New Mexico. 854-2281 El Camino Real International Heritage Center. 505.854.3600 Old Kelly Mine. Mine ruins and many wonderful specimens for rockhounds. 3 miles south of Magdalena. 866-854-3217 www.magdalena-nm.com Mineralogical Museum. More than 9,500 mineral specimens. Fossils. 835-5420. www.geoinfo.nmt.edu NM Institute of Mining and Technology. 801 Leroy Pl., on campus, 1-800-428-8324 N.M. Performing Arts Series. Call for schedule. 835-5688. www.nmt.edu/~pas/ Plains of San Agustin. The largest and highest grasslands in North America. 866-854-3217
203 Cnty. Rd 99 Premier Property on the Rio Grande - $1,216,000.00 Custom built home on the Historic El Camino Real With approx. 68 acres. Panoramic Views. Don Brown 505-507-2915
Victorian in Central New Mexico $1,150,000.00 Historic 3 story, Victorian home, Possible B&B 5 bdrm 4 bath. With pool and 2nd adobe home / 3 bdrms. Included on property. Jeanene Hall 505-507-3065
Trinity Site. Site of world’s first atomic bomb explosion. Open twice a year; the first Saturday in April and October. 479-6124 The Boxcar Museum. Local history, artifacts of Wild West, mining, cattle drives, circa 1885-1930. Located next to AT&SF Railroad Depot. 108 N. Main St. Madalena, NM 505-854-2261 www.magdalena-nm.com Very Large Array National Radio Astronomy Observatory. Visitor center, self-guided tours, world’s largest radio-telescope array on the Plains of San Augustin. 835-7000. www.nrao.ed
LOCATION The northeast cornerstone of Old West Country, Socorro is located on I-25 at its junction with US60.
TOUR ROUTE From Socorro, proceed 27 miles west on US60 to Magdalena before continuing another 35 miles to Datil. Along the way you will cross over the northern track of the Very Large Array Radio Telescope on the Plains of San Agustin. MORE INFORMATION Socorro Visitor Center (505) 835-8927 www.socorronm.gov
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r e s e rv e , dat i l & q u e mad o
CATRON COUNTY
Rock climbing is only one of the outdoor recreation opportunities available in this scenic triangle.
inset: Snow Lake near Reserve. center: Intriguing high plains grasslands on NM12 just west of Datil lead into the vast mountain ranges of the Gila and Apache National Forests.
These days, a growing number of rock climbers are finding their way to the Enchanted Tower, a rock formation located near Datil in Catron County. The climbers and other outdoor enthusiasts can stay at the Datil Well National Recreation Area, which has 22 campsites, a group shelter and three miles of hiking trails. Area rock climbing, however, is only one item on the list of outdoor recreation opportunities available in the scenic triangle formed by the communities of Datil, Reserve and Quemado. Catron County, in fact, is not only the state’s largest county – bigger than some eastern states – but also its most sparsely populated, and it is a sportsman’s paradise. The region is a gateway to the Apache, Cibola and Gila National Forests, and the Black Range and Gila Wilderness areas. Visitors report the fishing, hiking and camping experiences in the area to be first rate, while sightseers and history enthusiasts also find a rich assortment of places to see and things to do. Traveling west from Datil on US60 brings visitors to Quemado and the 800-
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acre Quemado Lake Recreation Area. It features a 151-acre lake with universally accessible fishing piers, boat ramps, campgrounds and links to more than seven miles of hiking trails. The lake offers year-round trout fishing and channel catfish www.oldwestcountry.com 1-800-290-8330
and small-mouth bass in summer. Boats must be hand or electric powered. From Quemado Lake, scenic NM32 leads to Apache Creek on NM12, where there are campgrounds and an archeological interpretive site.
Apache RV Park
From there, NM12 leads southwest to the county seat of Reserve, on the San
Hunting, fishing and lots of outdoor enjoyment. Located 9 miles north of Reserve in the heart of elk country. Shower, laundry, propane and pull through spaces.
Francisco River. It was here in 1884 that 19-
HC 62 Box 650 A, Reserve, NM 87830
year-old self-appointed lawman Elfego
505.533.6166 • www.apachervpark.com
Baca engaged in a 33-hour shootout with
Black Gold Emporium More than your typial convenience store. Fine Art and Jewelry - Crafts - Natural Foods. Eclectic - Diverse Selection. FINEST COFFEE FOR 100 MILES.
some 80 Texas cowboys. Neither bullets
P.O. Box 596 • Reserve, NM 87830 505.533.6538
nor dynamite had any effect on Baca. Soon, aficionados of Western history will have a new destination in Old West Country: the Elfego Baca Museum & Cultural Center, which will be built on the site of the famous shootout. At this writing monies have been allocated, a memorial statue
has
been
commissioned
for
completion in 2007, and initial architectural
Henry’s Corner In the heart of Reserve Gifts • Espresso Coffee • Soft & Dip Ice Cream • Elfego Baca Memorbilia Wireless Internet Soon • Hours 7am - 9pm.
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NE Corner of Highways 60 & 36 P.O. Box 502 • Quemado, NM 87829 505-773-4200 • 888-812-5830 toll free hitchingpost@gilanet.com • www.swproperties.com
CATRON COUNTY EVENTS
Jul 21 Aug TBA Sep 8 Oct TBA
Glenwood Park Barrel Race and Pot Blessing. 505-539-2321 Dutch Oven Cook-Off in Glenwood Park. 505-539-2321 July 4th Celebration in Glenwood. 505-539-2711 July 4th Celebration in Quemado & Reserve. 505-533-6968 Frisco CowBelles’ Annual Western Art Auction, Dance and Barbeque in Glenwood. 505-539-2711 Luna Pioneer Days and Rodeo. 505-533-6968 Catron County Fair and Rodeo in Reserve. 505-533-6968 Pie Town Pie Festival. 505-772-2525 Elfego Baca Festival in Reserve. 505-533-6968
Quemado Land & Cattle Company Specializing in Recreational & Mountain Vacation Home Sites , with utilities in a gated master planned community. Deed restricted, world class hunting & fishing. Owner financing available. P.O. Box 188 • Quemado, NM 87829 505-773-4590 • www.quemadolake.com beverly@gilanet.com
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ATTRACTIONS
LOCATION Datil is situated at the junction of US60 and NM12. Quemado is about 43 miles west of Datil on US60, and Reserve is 67 miles southwest of Datil on NM12. NM32 joins Quemado and Reserve.
TOUR From Reserve, proceed westward on NM12 to its terminus at US180 near the Reserve Airport. Turning south on US180, continue on for 30 miles to Glenwood.
MORE INFORMATION Catron County Chamber (505) 533-6116 www.catroncounty.org
UNITED COUNTRY Is it possible to be nostalgic for a place you've never been? Photo by Gary Edwards
Alma. Ghost town 7 miles north of Glenwood. The Catwalk. Trail over suspended bridges in Whitewater Canyon. 5 miles east of Glenwood. 539-2711 Clairmont. Ghost town 19 miles northeast of Glenwood. 533-6922 Mogollon. Ghost town 13 miles northeast of Glenwood. Snow Lake. In the Gila National Forest. Camping and fishing. 47 miles northeast of Glenwood. WS Cemetery. WS Ranch B & B, Alma, 7 miles north of Glenwood. 539-2513 Cooney’s Tomb. Alma, 7 miles north of Glenwood. Quemado Lake. Camping and fishing, 11 miles south of Quemado.
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Catron County Chamber of Commerce 505 • 533 • 6116 www. C atron C ounty.org
Frisco Stables Art- Antiques - Collectibles Unique gift items, something for everyone. Fantastic Hispanic Art by well known local artist Jose Andres Giron.
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Once it took the skill of a mountain goat to follow this trail.
Both photos by Shane Manning
CATRON COUNTY
Located near Whitewater Creek at the edge of the rugged Gila Wilderness area, Glenwood is a haven for hikers, birders, anglers, horseback riders and sightseers. Just east of town is the famous Catwalk at the Whitewater Canyon National Forest Recreation Area. Recently extensively renovated, the Catwalk is a universally accessible trail that traces the route used in the old west era to inset: Lush stands of trees grow in the higher elevations of the national forest. Above: Rolling grasslands give way to rugged vistas and mountain streams.
maintain pipelines carrying water to an ore mill at the mouth of the canyon. Once it took the skill of a mountain goat to follow this trail; today steel walkways bolted to the rock sides of the canyon safely suspend hikers over the swirling waters of the creek below. The Catwalk also serves as a trailhead to the wilderness beyond, and fly-fishing on Whitewater Creek is said to be excellent. Hikers, backpackers and birders will enjoy the half-million acre Glenwood Ranger District with its 322 miles of hiking trails. The Glenwood State Trout Hatchery offers a picnic area and fishing pond. Birders should watch for great blue heron, and Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep inhabit the area along with mule deer and elk. The San Francisco River valley region around Glenwood is home to trail riding establishments as well as outfitters and guides available for wilderness packhorse trips. Following
all
these
outdoor
adventures, the shops, restaurants and lodging establishments of Glenwood offer their hospitality and relaxation to tired but happy explorers of Old West Country.
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www.oldwestcountry.com 1-800-290-8330
LOCATION Glenwood straddles US180 on the western edge of the Gila Wilderness. TOUR Travel south from Glenwood for approximately 60 miles on US180 to reach Silver City. MORE INFORMATION Glenwood Chamber of Commerce (505)539-2711
White Water Motel Relax and Enjoy vacationing at our retreat in the heart of Glenwood.
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trails HIKING & BIKING IN THE GILA Surrounded by rugged mountains and forests. Dish Network, Air Conditioning, Fantastic Views, Spacious Backyard. 505.539.2581 P.O. Box 158 • Glenwood, NM 88039 www.gilanet.com/whitewatermotel
Trés Amigos Enterprises Inc. Kenny Sutton, Licensed Contractor
New Construction • Remodeling Adobe Homes • Metal Roofing Phone 505.539.2584 Cell 505.469.1561 Glenwood, New Mexico
From its desert lowlands to its alpine vistas, the Gila National Forest contains thousands of miles of designated trails. Besides offering a lifetime of recreational
Glenwood Realty Ranches - Farms - Residential - Commercial An experienced team for all your Real Estate needs. Darrel Allred, Qualifying Broker. Misty Allred, Associate Broker. 505.539.2711 Fax 505.539.2722 P.O. Box 38 • Glenwood, NM www.realestate4newmexico.com
Alma Store & Grill Open Daily, 6am-3pm • Breakfast served all day!
hiking, hundreds of miles of these trails are suitable for mountain bicycling and horseback riding. Rounding out the list of mobile activities, ATVs and other licensed motor vehicles are allowed on established roads and even river rafting is available for short periods each year. Hiking is possibly the outdoor activity with the most universal appeal. It requires a minimum of training and equipment to get started, and the hiker can attain whatever measure of endurance and expertise that he or she desires. The Gila National Forest contains trails for most levels of experience, and even has a ratings system that allows hikers to plan a trek suited to a particular skill level. Like hiking, national forest mountain cycling also has a ratings system and hundreds of miles of trail
Serving Mexican and American dishes. See our collection of antique photos and western memorabelia. 505.539.CAFE (2233) HC 61 Box 169 • Alma, NM
Glenwood Area Chamber of Commerce Glenwood, New Mexico, “A Place You Will Never Forget.” Home of the Catwalk in the Heart of the Gila. Outdoor activities for everyone. Affordable lodging and dining. Come experience our scenic and friendly small town! 505.539.2711 www.glenwoodnewmexico.com
access, some just minutes away from accommodations. Hiking trails may be for foot traffic only or shared by horseback riders, mountain bicyclists or both. Easily recognized icons designate the activities allowed on each trail. To preserve the land and prevent injury, a simple set of trail courtesies is observed: cyclists yield to all other traffic – hikers and horsemen – and hikers yield to horsemen. Remember that the subtle dryness of the climate here can be deceiving, so bring extra water. Trail activities are best enjoyed in morning hours during the late summer monsoon season. For more information, visit the Gila National Forest’s comprehensive website: http://www2.srs.fs.fed.us/r3/gila/ or call (505) 388-8201.
inset: Mountain biking the Ben Lilly National Monument. above: Overlooking the middle fork of the Gila River. HAPPY TRAILS
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The climate is virtually devoid of single- and triple-digit temperatures.
inset: The annual WNMU Great Race is one of many exciting community events. Photo by Judy DouBrava center: Silver City is adjacent to 3 million acres of scenic national forest land. right: the arduous five-day Tour of the Gila bicycle stage race is a nationally recognized annual event.
Outdoor recreation has always been a principal attraction for Silver City visitors and an important part of the town’s lifestyle. One reason is the climate, virtually devoid of single or triple-digit temperatures. There is also the town’s location; a community situated on the edge of a three million acre national forest containing 1500 miles of trails is bound to be of interest to people who love the outdoors.
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Another important factor of outdoor living here is the sheer number and variety of activities that the area accommodates.
www.oldwestcountry.com 1-800-290-8330
Photo by Kimber Richardson
Those interested in birding, for example, can visit more than twenty designated birding areas surrounding the town. The diverse habitats attract a total of 339 bird species, among them 10 species of hummingbirds. The Lake Roberts area hosts a hummingbird festival annually. Bicycling
has
also
become
an
important part of outdoor life here, and Silver City is the headquarters for the Tour of the Gila, a five-day bicycle stage race through the mountains and valleys that border the town. The challenging yearly event attracts top cyclists from around the world and continues to increase in popularity and gain public recognition. Lake Roberts, Bear Canyon Lake and Bill Evans Lake are some favorite local fishing spots. Anglers find that the area’s cold mountain streams and quiet lakes contain not only trout, but catfish and other varieties as well. The opportunities for camping and hiking seem endless. The City of Rocks and
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GALLERIES
CENTURY 21 Thompson Realty
Real Estate for Your World CAROL THOMPSON, Owner/Broker
Amanda Yaryan amandayaryan.com gilahouse.com
607 N. Hudson Street Silver City, NM 88061
“Each Office Independently Owned and Operated.”
505.538.0021 800.358.0021 www.silver-nm.com
WeeleArts 505.534.3147 www.weelearts.com
Mimbres Region Arts Council • Performance Series Folk Series – September thru May • Silver City Blues Festival – Memorial Day Weekend
Bloomin Gourdworks 211 A. N. Texas St. 505.534.1074
• Weekend at the Galleries – Columbus Day Weekend 1201 Pope St., Silver City, NM
888.758.7289 505.538.2505 www.MimbresArts.org
Last Day In Paradise 211 B. N. Texas St. 505.313.5610
United Country Mimbres Realty, Inc. “No One Knows the Country Like We Do!
Rockhound
OPEN WEEKENDS 2 Offices to Serve You
all just a short drive away. Horseback
Main Office: 2700 A Hwy. 180 E. Silver City
State
Parks
and
the
Catwalk National Recreation Trail are
Lois Duffy Art 211-C North Texas St. www.loisduffy.com
riding is readily available, including guided pack trips into the nation’s first federally designated wilderness area. Sightseeing is unlimited.
505.538.3789
In fact, there are so many outdoor
800.827.9198
activities available in the area that vis-
Downtown Office: 414 N. Bullard St.
itors should allow extra time not only
505.534.4616
877.646.2737 www.mimbresrealty.com www.unitedcountry.com/silvercitynm
Reese-Benton 211-D. N. Texas St. www.reesebenton.com
above: The fine galleries of Silver City anchor its thriving arts community, combining a relaxed, down-to-earth atmosphere with a wide array of the best in original visual art.
GALLERIES
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Blue Dome Gallery 505.534.8671 bluedomegallery.com
Seedboat Gallery 214 W. Yankie St. 505.534.1136
Wind Canyon Estates Located 5 miles west of Silver City on Hwy. 180 W. bordering the Gila Natn’l Forest, Wind Canyon Estates boasts breathtaking veiws - some as far away as Arizona. 10 acre parcels priced from low $80’s. For all of your Real Estate needs call the “Enchantment Team”. 501 Silver Heights Blvd. Silver City, NM
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Silver City
Museum Store In the H.B. Ailman House. Ann Simonson’s Gallery 505.388.5556 artworkshops@zianet.com
Books and Regional Gifts. Tuesday-Friday-9:00 to 4:30 Saturday-Sunday-10:00 to 4:00 Closed Monday. 312 W. Broadway Silver City, NM
Elemantal Arts 505.590.7554 www.gourdweb.com
000.388.5721 silvercitymuseum.org Beverly Hamill, Associate Broker
505.590.7674 • bev@bevhamill.com for the outdoors, but to appreciate the rest of what Silver City has to offer. The town is, after all, consistently rated as one of the nation’s
Eklektikas
top small towns for its arts and
104 W. Yankie St. www.eklektikas.com
historic preservation.
Most surprising and awe-inspiring
the Black Range, what could be bet-
about WNMU Museum in Silver City, NM is that is houses the largest permanent display of Mimbres pottery and culture in the world.
ter than some soothing time spent at one of Silver City’s excellent day spa area
hot
springs?
Afterwards, stroll the streets of the
RE/MAX Silver Advantage 1-800-716-3847 #23
Western New Mexico University Museum
Following a camping trip in the rugged mountains or a bike ride over
facilitiesor
Building Sites bordering 3 million acres of the Gila Nat. Forest - 8 miles North of Silver City, near Historic Pinos Altos.
Tatiana Maria 305 N. Bullard St. 505.388.4426
M-F 9-4:30 • Sat. & Sun. 10-4 Free Admission • Handicap Accessible
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www.wnmu.edu/univ/museum.htm
Photo by Anthony Howell
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The Palace Hotel Celebrating 106 Years Located in the downtown historic district. Reminiscent of a small hotel in the European Tradition. • Affordable Rates • 18 Rooms & Suites • Continental Breakfast
Gila House Hotel Downtown Bed & Breakfast
Gallery 400 Experience Silver City’s Art, Life and Culture
400 N. Arizona St. Silver City, NM 505.313.7015 www.gilahouse.com
downtown Historic District, which borders the campus of Silver City’s awardwinning university. Sample the fare at the many restaurants and enjoy the relaxed, down-to-earth atmosphere of the unique shops and galleries. The hospitalities of bed and breakfast facilities or a turn-of-the-century era hotel are within walking distance. In the evening, take in the live entertainment at one of several musical venues
106 W. Broadway, Silver City, NM 88061
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Wagon Wheel Realty Inc. “The Team That Cares” Residential Sales – Land Sales Investment Opportunities
around town.
Rose Valley RV Ranch
Perhaps your visit coincides with one of Silver City’s many special
Close to town but country feel. Vary large Big Rig Friendly sites with privacy. Full hook-ups. Furnished Cabins. Free Wi-fi. Groups Welcome.
events. The nationally famous Silver
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are all annual occasions here, and
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City Blues Festival, the Wild Wild West Pro Rodeo, Weekend at the Galleries and the Red Paint PowWow other cultural functions occur on a
Susan Turner, Broker
regular basis.
2105 Memory Lane Silver City, NM
north of I-10 or 1 3/4 hr. west of I-25,
1.800.748.2978 • 505.388.2692
so why not make it the base camp for
Silver City is just an hour’s drive
your next adventure? Relieve that
Silver City Daily Press Grant County's Only Local paper since 1953 300 West Market Street Silver City, NM 88061
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urban stress with a trip to the great outdoors – and a whole lot more.
Kenny Sutton, Licensed Contractor
New Construction • Remodeling Adobe Homes • Metal Roofing
Glenwood, NM 505.539.2584 505.469.1561
above: The San Vicente Art Festival, held in Silver City’s Big Ditch Park.
GRANT COUNTY EVENTS Jan 19-21 4th Annual Red Paint Powwow 505-534-1379 May 2-6 21st Annual Tour of the Gila Bike Race. 505-388-3222 May 12-14 Gila River Festival. www.gilaconservation.org May 25-27 12th Annual Silver City Blues Fest 505-538-2505 May 30-31 Wild, Wild West Pro Rodeo. 505-538-3785 Jun 1-2 Wild, Wild West Pro Rodeo. 505-538-3785 Jun 9 9th Annual Pinos Altos Art Fair. 505-388-5202 Jul 4 4th of July Celebrations. 505-538-3785 Sep TBA Cliff, Gila and Grant County Fair. 505-538-3785 Oct 5-7 Weekend at the Galleries. 505-538-2505 Oct 7 8th Annual Pinos Altos October Fiesta. 505-538-5560 Nov 25 17th Annual Lighted Christmas Parade. 505-534-1700
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ATTRACTIONS Big Ditch Park. Park formed when flood lowered Main St. 55 feet. In town.
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Fort Bayard. U.S. Infantry post built in 1863. Housed Buffalo Soldiers. 10 miles east of Silver City. Gila National Forest/Silver City Ranger District. 3005 E. Camino del Bosque. 388-8201. www.fs.fed.us/r3/gila Kneeling Nun. Natural monolith resembling a praying nun. 15 miles east of Silver City at Santa Rita copper mine.
Arturo Terrazas P.O. Box 3077 • Silver City, NM 88062
Mimbres Region Arts Council. Scheduled events held throughout the year. 758-7289. www.mrac.cc
505.534.TILE 505.590.7474
Royal Scepter Mineral Museum. Rock shop, jewelry and gifts. 1805 Little Walnut. 538-9001. www.zianet.com/royal-scepter San Vicente Art Walks. Self-guided tour. Call for brochure with map showing galleries and studios within walking distance in downtown Silver City. 1-800-548-9378 Silver City Museum. Area history, Indian artifacts, mining exhibits and Victorian furnishings. 312 W. Broadway. 538-5921. www.silvercitymuseum.org Western New Mexico University Museum. Local and natural history including the Eisele Collection of Prehistoric Southwestern Pottery and Artifacts, the world’s largest permanent exhibit of Mimbres pottery. 1000 W. College. 538-6386. www.wnmu.edu/univ/museum.htm Bill Evans Lake. Fishing and primitive camping, 12 miles south of Cliff. Aldo Leopold Vista. Picnic and wilderness interpretive site, 6 miles north of Buckhorn.
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Turkey Creek. primitive trout stream northeast of Gila, NM. Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument. Cliff dwelling ruins from the 13th century. 44 miles north of Silver City. 536-9461 Lake Roberts. Camping, trout fishing, hummingbird banding, birding and stargazing. 28 miles north of Silver City. 536-3206. 40 miles north of Silver City. Lightfeather Hot Spring. Near Gila Cliff Dwellings Visitor Center. 30 minute walk includes 2 river crossings. 536-9461 Trail of the Mountain Spirits National Scenic Byway. Loops north on NM15 to Gila Cliff Dwellings Nat’l. Monument, southeast on NM35, and west on NM152 and US180. Hearst Church. Seasonal museum and art gallery. Built in 1898 with Hearst newspaper empire money. In town. Pinos Altos Melodrama Theater. Adjacent to the Buckhorn Saloon in the Pinos Altos Opera House. Great fun! Original melodramas. Call for seasonal schedule. 388-3848
LOCATION Silver City is at the junction of US180 and NM90 along the southern edge of the Gila National Forest. TOUR From Silver City, continue eastward on US180 for about 11 miles, past the Fort Bayard turnoff to Bayard. MORE INFORMATION Silver City Grant County Chamber of Commerce 505-538-3785 1-800-548-9378 www.silvercity.org Mimbres Region Arts Council 505-538-2505 1-888-758-7289 www.mrac.cc
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T H E T RA I L OF THE
M O U N TA I N S P I R I TS n AT I O N A L S C E N I C b Y WAY
GRANT COUNTY
The serpentine highway will take you on a trip through time itself.
inset: One of the area’s authentic mining era log cabins. center: Long before the arrival of European explorers, an ancient Mogollon culture inhabited the area now called the Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument. right: These red sandstone spires are part of the beautiful scenery along the way.
Silver City visitors and residents have discovered the perfect day trip for local automobile touring. The Trail of the Mountain Spirits National Scenic Byway follows a route that begins in town and ends just outside of it. In the interim, the serpentine highway will have carried you across miles of majestic mountains and canyons, through historic villages and green farming valleys. What’s more, it will have taken you on a trip through time itself. To begin, drive north from Silver City on NM15, also called Pinos Altos Road. Perched on the Continental Divide, the village of Pinos Altos got started when gold was discovered nearby in 1859. The main street of the business district, with its saloon and opera house, remains reminiscent of that era. NM15 winds on through the three million acre Gila National Forest to the Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument, where a visitor center details what is known of the prehistoric people that lived nearby. A short hiking trail leads to the actual dwellings. NM35 then takes you to the tranquil Sapillo Creek and Lake Roberts areas. Replete with sandstone cliffs, pine forests, and campgrounds, these year-round attractions are of special interest to birders and anglers, with lodging and fine dining located nearby. Heading south, the byway descends into the Mimbres River valley. Built in the 1800s, the church at San Lorenzo is still in use today.
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Turning westward on NM152, the route leads back toward Silver City. Along the way, the open pit copper mine at Santa Rita is a spectacular sight. Because of its size, many people don’t realize that the ore trucks moving around the bottom are two stories tall and houl tons or ore. The last stop on the tour is historic Fort Bayard, a National Landmark with a national cemetery, game preserve and
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statue honoring the Buffalo Soldiers once
bound to return to Silver City, or proceed in the eastbound lanes to visit Bayard.
MORE INFORMATION Silver City Grant County Chamber of Commerce 505-538-3785 • 1-800-548-9378 www.silvercity.org
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LOCATION The scenic byway loops north
TOUR From Fort Bayard, take US180 west-
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GRANT COUNTY inset: The officer’s quarters at historic Fort Bayard. center: The huge open-pit copper mine at Santa Rita. The mine can be viewed from an overlook along NM152, which features a universally accessible parking area and visitors kiosk.
The town of Bayard stands at the southern end of the Central Mining District in Grant County, New Mexico. Despite a land area of only 45 square miles, the Central Mining District 11 miles east of Silver City has produced more gold, silver, copper, lead, zinc, iron, manganese, molybdenum and vanaon US180. TOUR This concludes your tour dium than the combined output of all the state’s of Old West Country. If you are other mining districts. It contains nearly 40 large returning eastward toward mines from the past and present eras. El Paso, TX, continue on US180 Six mineshaft headframes in the Bayard area for 43 miles to Deming. If you are returning westward toward can be observed from the highways. North of Tucson, AZ, turn back 11 miles to town one mile on NM356, the top of the Slate Silver City and take NM90 southshaft headframe comes into view. A half-mile farward for 44 miles to Lordsburg, (505) 537-3327 ther is the Bullfrog headframe west of the road. the starting point of your bayard@gilanet.com adventure. We hope you‚ll visit About 2 1⁄2 miles beyond that, note the Princess 800 Central Avenue again soon! headframe to the east and the old wooden Bayard, New Mexico MORE INFORMATION Combination mine headframe immediately to Silver City Grant County Ft. Bayard National Historic the west. Chamber of Commerce Landmark Sponsored By 505-538-3785 At the junction with NM152, continue north 1-800-548-9378 www.silvercity.org Ft. Bayard Historic 1/2 mile to reach the Empire Zinc headframe, then return to the junction and Preservation Society Trail of the Mountain Spirits drive one mile east up the hill on (505) 388-4477 National Scenic Byway NM152 to view the Kearney P.O. Box 260 headframe on your left. A short Ft. Bayard, New Mexico distance farther is the overlook at the Santa Rita Mine, a vast openpit operation. Observe carefully; Trail of the those tiny-looking trucks carrying Mountain Spirits copper ore out of the pit are actually two stories in height. 866-903-7026 You can visit the Central www.tmsbyway.com Mining District as part of your tmsbyway.com • 866-903-7026 tour of the Trail of the Mountain Funded in part by the Federal Highway Administration. Funded in part by the Federal Highway Administration. Spirits Scenic Byway.
LOCATION Bayard is located
City of Bayard
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