Organ Mountains – Desert Peaks National Monument
Tuberculosis, a murdered hermit, and an enjoyable loop hike make for a memorable morning at Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument.
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Chihuahuan Desert Treasures
The Chihuahuan Desert is home to petroglyphs, lava flows, and one very famous bear, all of which enlivened the drive from north central to south central New Mexico.
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Rio Grande del Norte National Monument
Landing in New Mexico, the altitude change wreaked havoc on me. But the lure of Rio Grande del Norte National Monument was too tempting to resist.
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San Lorenzo Canyon
“Take the Jeep,” Teresa said. “And the dog.” If you insist…
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Kasha-Katuwe Tent Rocks National Monument
The trail so nice I hiked it thrice. No, that’s not a typo.