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Stop when something catches your eye.

Those moments tend to matter more than the planned ones.

VLA National Radio Astronomy Observatory

World's largest radio-telescope array. Self-guided tours 8:30 a.m. to dusk. On Plains of San Agustin. Fascinating visitor center.

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More in Magdalena

Attractions

Things to Do in Magdalena

Stay a little longer.

Rushing through a place rarely does it justice.

Apache Kid Wilderness Area

In San Mateo Mountains.

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The road is the experience.

Getting there is often the point, not just the outcome.

Box Car Museum

Local history, artifats of Wild West, mining, cattle drives, circa 1885-1930.

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Keep it easy.

The best days usually come without pressure or overplanning.

Springtime Picnic Area

In Cibola National Forest, just south of Apache Kid Wilderness near FR-255

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Leave room for the unexpected.

The best parts of a trip rarely show up on an itinerary.

Lady on the Mountain

Natural rock formation resembles profile of Mary of Magdalene on side of Magdalena Mountain.

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Take the detour.

The extra miles are often where the story begins.

Bear Trap Canyon Campgrounds

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Start early. Stay late.

The edges of the day tend to hold the best experiences.

Historic Buildings

Bank, commercial building, store, house, hotel and more.

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Take the detour.

The extra miles are often where the story begins.

Magdalena Stock Driveway / Shipping Pens

At end of longest "hoof highway" in New Mexico. Used from as far away as…

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Take the long way.

The best parts of the trip are usually the ones you didn't plan.

Cibola National Forest Magdalena Ranger District

Maps for hiking/campgrounds.

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