Las Vegas, New Mexico
Fort Union National Monument
Built 1852-91 to guard Sata Fe Trail....
Fort Union National Monument
Prize-winning northern pike, catfish. Picnicking, camping....
Began as a saloon in 1873. The hotel was added to serve Santa Fe Trail traders, mountain men, desperadoes, some of whom reput...
Eastern gateway, from US 64 north on NM 38 begins 85-mile road journey....
Camping fishing, waterfowl viewing. Eagles nearby in winter....
Now state-owned. Fishing for kokanee salmon / trout. Marina, boat rentals....