Wagon Mound
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This last great landmark on the Santa Fe Trail was named for its resemblance to the top of a covered wagon. At Wagon Mound, travelers could cross from the Cimarron Cutoff to Fort Union, which is located on the Mountain Branch of the Trail. The two branches joined south of here at Watrous.
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More markers in Mora
Capulin Volcano National Monument (4)
An outstanding example of an extinct volcanic cinder cone, Capulin Mountain was formed as early as 10,000 years ago.
Cleveland Rolling Mill
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Fort Union Arsenal
West of Fort Union near the base of the mesa are the ruins of Fort Union Arsenal.
Fort Union National Monument 1851- 1891 (2)
Once the largest post in the Southwest, Fort Union was established to control the Jicarilla Apaches and Utes, to protect the Santa Fe...
Fort Union National Monument 1851- 1891 (3)
Once the largest post in the Southwest, Fort Union was established to control the Jicarilla Apaches and Utes, to protect the Santa Fe...