BLM-managed silver ghost town that briefly held about 4,000 people after 1878 discoveries, including the famous Bridal Chamber ore body. The agency restored the schoolhouse and chapel and offers a self-guided walking tour among stabilized ruins along NM 27 between Hillsboro and Nutt.
Field facts
| Region | Sierra County, NM |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 32.7150, -107.5675 |
| ARPA | Artifacts & structures are protected by federal law (ARPA) — take only photos, leave every relic in place. |
| Era | 1878–1890s silver boom |
| Peak Pop. | ~4,000 |
| Access | Paved NM 27 |
| Fee | Free (BLM) |
| Managing agency | BLM Las Cruces District |
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Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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