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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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Attractions

Things to Do in Magdalena

Keep it easy.

The best days usually come without pressure or overplanning.

Apache Kid Wilderness Area

In San Mateo Mountains.

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Simple trips are often the best.

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

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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Pause when it feels right.

Some stops aren't on the map, but they're worth taking.

Lady on the Mountain

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

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Not every place needs a reason.

Sometimes it's enough just to be there.

Springtime Picnic Area

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

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Follow what feels interesting.

Curiosity is usually a better guide than a strict plan.

Historic Buildings

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

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Stay a little longer.

Rushing through a place rarely does it justice.

Bear Trap Canyon Campgrounds

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Leave room for the unexpected.

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

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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Outdoors

Nearby Lakes & Parks

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