Point of Rocks

Santa Fe National Historic Trail certified, SFT wagon ruts, 11 graves, historic Indian campsites, history lore, rock/mineral collecting.

Getting There & Details

Address
23 1/2 miles east of Spring on US-56, north 7 miles at rest area, 2 miles east then 1 mile north, look for SFT sign-in box at ranch house.
Phone
505-485-2473
Map
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More Things to Do

Take the detour.

The extra miles are often where the story begins.

Charette Lakes

Fishing, picnicking, camping, wildlife viewing.

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Make time for quiet places.

Not every destination needs noise to be meaningful.

R.W. Cowan Livery Stable

Built in 1880 of native stone. Now antique business.

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Keep it easy.

The best days usually come without pressure or overplanning.

Santa Fe Trail Interpretive Center and Museum

In restored 1882 Colfax County Courthouse. SFT exhibit, historic photos, artifacts unique to northeastn N.M.…

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Pause when it feels right.

Some stops aren't on the map, but they're worth taking.

Dorsey Mansion

Log / native-stone mansion built in 1878-86, former home of cattle baron and U.S. Sen.…

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