Point of Rocks
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Point of Rocks was a major landmark on the Santa Fe Trail. Located in Jicarilla Apache country, it was near here that the party of Santa Fe merchant J.W. White was attacked in 1849. Kit Carson was a member of the military party organized to rescue White’s wife and daughter.
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Black Jack’s Hideout
In Turkey Creek Canyon near here, the outlaw gang of Thomas “Black Jack” Ketchum had one of its hideouts.
Capulin Mountain National Monument (1)
An outstanding example of an extinct volcanic cinder cone, Capulin Mountain was formed as early as 10,000 years ago.
Capulin Mountain National Monument (2)
An outstanding example of an extinct volcanic cinder cone, Capulin Mountain was formed as early as 10,000 years ago.
Capulin Volcano National Monument (3)
An outstanding example of an extinct volcanic cinder cone, Capulin Mountain was formed as early as 10,000 years ago.
Cimarron
Population—888 Elevation—6427 ft. This village on the Mountain Branch of the Santa Fe Trail was settled around 1844.