(Gila Hot Springs NM) Way up in the mountains of southwest New Mexico is Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument. These are some well preserved rock and adobe housing built into caves set in a high cliff. This was one of the places I really wanted to see. The hike up was easy, along a stream […]
(nr Organ NM) Visited Aguirre Springs National Recreation Area CG against the Organ Mountains, overlooking the Tularosa Basin. A fantastic location with great views that came highly recommended by a friend. Big rigs are not recommended there. Check with the volunteer at the gate, before entering, as they can tell you if your rig will […]
(Whites City NM) Visited Carlsbad Caverns National Park which is actually several miles south of Carlsbad off of US-180. A nice Visitor Center explains the history of the caverns. They also have a gift shop and a large restaurant. Walking in through the original entrance to the caverns is probably the best option. However, it’s […]