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Fort Bayard

1863 U.S. Infantry post, once housed Buffalo Soldiers. Original officers’ quarters still in use.

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Getting There & Details

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10 miles east of Silver City off NM-180
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While You're in Silver City

More Things to Do

Take the detour.

The extra miles are often where the story begins.

Fort Bayard Wildlife Refuge

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Take less, experience more.

What you carry matters less than what you notice.

Faywood Hot Springs

Public/private mineral pools, massage, cabins, tent/RV camping, day use.

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Stop when something catches your eye.

Those moments tend to matter more than the planned ones.

Bear Canyon Reservoir

Fishing, recreational facilities.

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Not every place needs a reason.

Sometimes it's enough just to be there.

Bill Evans Lake

Fishing, primitive camping.

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