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Magdalena

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Stay curious.

A small detour can turn into something worth remembering.

Lady on the Mountain

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

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Attractions

Things to Do in Magdalena

Go where you feel alive.

Pay attention to the places that pull you in without explanation.

Springtime Picnic Area

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

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Keep moving.

Even slow progress opens up new places and perspectives.

Box Car Museum

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

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Stay a little longer.

Rushing through a place rarely does it justice.

Apache Kid Wilderness Area

In San Mateo Mountains.

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Take the long way.

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

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.…

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Make time for quiet places.

Not every destination needs noise to be meaningful.

Cibola National Forest Magdalena Ranger District

Maps for hiking/campgrounds.

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The road is the experience.

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

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 detour.

The extra miles are often where the story begins.

Historic Buildings

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

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Worth the stop.

Some places don't need much time, just the right moment.

Bear Trap Canyon Campgrounds

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Outdoors

Nearby Lakes & Parks

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