Kneeling Nun

Monolith resembles praying nun.

Getting There & Details

Address
20 miles east of Silver City via US-180, off NM-152
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More Things to Do

More road, less rush.

There's no need to hurry through something worth experiencing.

Fort Bayard

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

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Go a little further.

The next turn is often where things start to get interesting.

Bill Evans Lake

Fishing, primitive camping.

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Follow what feels interesting.

Curiosity is usually a better guide than a strict plan.

Faywood Hot Springs

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

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Keep moving.

Even slow progress opens up new places and perspectives.

Bear Canyon Reservoir

Fishing, recreational facilities.

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