Trail of the Mountain Spirits Scenic Byway

North on NM-15 or east on NM-35 from Silver City

Getting There & Details

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More Things to Do

Simple trips are often the best.

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

Fort Bayard

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

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Follow what feels interesting.

Curiosity is usually a better guide than a strict plan.

Bear Canyon Reservoir

Fishing, recreational facilities.

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Somewhere between here and nowhere.

The spaces in between are often the most memorable.

Faywood Hot Springs

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

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Make time for quiet places.

Not every destination needs noise to be meaningful.

Bill Evans Lake

Fishing, primitive camping.

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