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

Stay curious.

A small detour can turn into something worth remembering.

Dorsey Mansion

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

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Take the long way.

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

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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Simple trips are often the best.

You don't need much for a place to leave an impression.

R.W. Cowan Livery Stable

Built in 1880 of native stone. Now antique business.

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Follow what feels interesting.

Curiosity is usually a better guide than a strict plan.

Charette Lakes

Fishing, picnicking, camping, wildlife viewing.

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