Magdalena, New Mexico
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....
VLA National Radio Astronomy Observatory
Local history, artifats of Wild West, mining, cattle drives, circa 1885-1930
Magdalena, NM Museums22 campsites, group shelter, 3 miles hiking trails....
Self-guided tour of desert flora, geological formations, archaeology, 1.5-mile hiking trail....
Natural rock formation resembles profile of Mary of Magdalene on side of Magdalena Mountain....
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