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Off The Beaten Path: TRUCHAS PEAKS - southern Sangre de Cristos
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  • Written by mtncorg on Mar 23, 2004
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    • New Mexico - Truchas Peaks rise past the town of Truchas
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    • The Pecos Wilderness Area is a large area comprising much of the southern sections of the Sangre de Cristo mountain ranges. The upper reaches of the Pecos River runs out of the middle of the Area - a favorite fishing river with many campgrounds located along NM 63 coming north from I-25 at Pecos. There are many entry points into the wilderness with many trails taking you deep into the mountains.

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    Off The Beaten Path: WHEELER PEAK - northern Sangre de Cristos
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    • New Mexico - Wheeler Peak rises in the Sangre de Cristo Range
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    • Just northeast of Taos, you will find trails just below the Taos Ski Valley resort which will take you to the top of New Mexico - Wheeler Peak, 13161 feet. This is glorious mountain country to explore. Nearby rafting, fishing and mountain biking compete with the skiing and hiking for the outdoor enthusiast's attention.

    Wheeler Peak is held sacred by the Indians of the Taos Pueblo.

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    Off The Beaten Path: MONTEZUMA HOT SPRINGS
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    • New Mexico - The United World College beyond Montezuma Hot Spgs
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    • 5 miles north of Las Vegas, a series of public hot springs with curative - supposedly the site of an early 16th century visit by Aztec leader, Montezuma II, the Montezuma Hot Springs can be just what the doctor ordered after a busy day of 'touristing'. Just across you can find the 77-room old hotel which serves today as the Armand Hammer United World College of the American West. 200 students study from 70 countries for two years - equal to the last year of American high school and the first year of college. Rigourous academics are combined with special wilderness activities and multicultural workshops to make well-rounded, world aware students. Other campuses are in Canada, Singapore, Swaziland and Italy.

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    Off The Beaten Path: FORT SELDEN STATE MONUMENT
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    • New Mexico - Flag rises above adobe remnants at Ft Selden
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    • 15 miles north of Las Cruces, the ruins of Fort Selden can be found. From 1865 to 1891, the fort guarded Las Cruces and La Mesilla against Apache incursions, protecting westward-bound wagon trains, the railroad and as an outpost at the south end of the Jornada del Muerto - the trail leading norht to Santa Fe. A visitor center starts you out before you wander the weathered remnants of the old adobe fort. Douglas MacArthur, the famous WWII American general, lived here for two years as a child while his father, Captain Arthur MacArthur, served as commander. $3 fee

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    Nemorino Sun Oct 8, 2006 20:44 UTC
     Fine photos and informative texts, as always! When I was in college I used to work in New Mexico during the summers, but only really saw the northeast corner.    		rexvaughan Thu Feb 9, 2006 13:53 UTC
     Great stuff on this wonderful and overlooked place. We love Taos and the area. Thanks.
    madamx Wed May 5, 2004 00:10 UTC
     Awesome and informative page; loved the white sands photo! -- Helen    		catalysta Tue Apr 20, 2004 15:52 UTC
     Love N Mex, and thoroughly enjoyed your page. Another NM book you must read: Bless Me Ultima, by Rudolfo Anaya...Desert magic & mystique, beautiful story...cat
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