Historic
Sierra County, NM
Approximate location — plotted from published sources, not a site visit, and not a guarantee of access.
Black Range foothill mining town founded 1877 after gold strikes at the Opportunity and Ready Pay mines along Percha Creek. Once Sierra County seat with courthouse, mills, and a peak population over a thousand; today a quiet Geronimo Trail village of adobe storefronts, the Black Range Museum, and a self-guided historic walking tour.
| Region | Sierra County, NM |
|---|---|
| Coordinates (approx.) | 32.9209, -107.5670 |
| Founded | 1877 |
| Era | Gold/silver mining boom |
| Access | Paved NM-152 |
| Nearby | Kingston / Lake Valley / Emory Pass |
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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