Historic

Datil Well Recreation Area

Catron County, NM

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BLM campground and day-use area at one of the historic water wells along the Magdalena Livestock Driveway (the old cattle trail from western ranges to the railhead at Magdalena). High-desert piñon-juniper setting with short hiking loops and views toward the Plains of San Agustin.

Field facts

RegionCatron County, NM
Coordinates34.1543, -107.8581
Managing agencyBLM Socorro Field Office
Historic contextMagdalena Livestock Driveway well stop
Elevation~7,400 ft
FacilitiesCampground, picnic, hiking trails (~3 miles)
FeeCamping fee; day-use typically free

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