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Old Mine Shaft in Cibola National Forest
DiscoverPlaces to seeUnited StatesNew MexicoBernalillo County
Old Mine Shaft in Cibola National Forest
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Old Mine Shaft in Cibola National Forest
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Cibola National Forest
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Wick
April 8, 2023
Hiking
Found this old Mine Shaft along Granite Trail at La Luz. Beware to not fall in!!
Tyler Sanders
September 14, 2023
Running
There are numerous legends and stories about lost Spanish gold mines in the Sandia Mountains that have circulated for years. Rumor has it that the Pueblo Indians revolted against the Spaniards, who came to conquer, and concealed their gold mines throughout the region. Many have ventured into this area in hopes of discovering the lost treasures.
Regardless of the true story behind these legends, the breathtaking views in this area are treasure enough to make the run here worthwhile.
Regardless of the true story behind these legends, the breathtaking views in this area are treasure enough to make the run here worthwhile.
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Elevation 2,000 m
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