At end of longest "hoof highway" in New Mexico. Used from as far away as Springerville, Arizona; closed when the AT&SF Railroad ceased in 1971
Magdalena, NM Pioneer HistoryWorld's largest radio-telescope array. Self-guided tours 8:30
Magdalena, NM ObservatoriesIn Cibola National Forest, just south of Apache Kid Wilderness near FR-255
Magdalena, NM RecreationLaw enforcement memorabilia, dates to turn of 20th century. Sheriff's Department....
22 campsites, group shelter, 3 miles hiking trails....
Reproduction of Michelangelo's Pieta, dedicated in 1875 to establishment of Loretto Academy....
Fishing, primitive camping....
Mining / ghost town....