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Go a little further.

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

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. Fascinating visitor center.

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Things to Do in Magdalena

Take less, experience more.

What you carry matters less than what you notice.

Box Car Museum

Local history, artifats of Wild West, mining, cattle drives, circa 1885-1930.

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Somewhere between here and nowhere.

The spaces in between are often the most memorable.

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.

Lady on the Mountain

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

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Keep moving.

Even slow progress opens up new places and perspectives.

Springtime Picnic Area

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

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Make time for quiet places.

Not every destination needs noise to be meaningful.

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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Not every place needs a reason.

Sometimes it's enough just to be there.

Magdalena Stock Driveway / Shipping Pens

At end of longest "hoof highway" in New Mexico. Used from as far away as…

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