Raton Elevation
In Raton: The official elevation of Raton, New Mexico is 6,680′.
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Philmont Size
42 Miles from Raton: At 140,171 acres, Philmont Scout Ranch is the largest youth camp in the world. … More…
Folsom Site
21 Miles from Raton: The Folsom Archaeological Site first proved that humans have lived in North America for over 10,000 years.
Dawson Disaster
25 Miles from Raton: Dawson, New Mexico. Site of the second-worst mine disaster in American history. … More…
T-Rex Track
36 Miles from Raton: North Ponil Canyon, site the first Tyranasaurus Rex track discovery. … More…
Wheeler Peak
60 Miles from Raton: Wheeler Peak, the highest point in New Mexico. 13,167′
2018 Down and Dirty Race Announced
August 18, 2018. Registration Deadline, August 1, 2018. The D.A.D. is a 15-mile mountain bike race on the trails at Sugarite Canyon State Park. For more information, a course map, and registration forms visit: [ratondad website defunct] … More…
2018 Run to Raton Announced
July 19-23, 2018. The dates for this year’s Run to Raton event have been announced. For more information including a schedule of events and locations, visit the Ride to Raton website: RunToRaton.com … More…
2018 Balloon Rally Announced
June 29 – July 2, 2018. The 2018 International Santa Fe Trail Balloon Rally, a free event at La Mesa Airfield, is happening again this year. The events include daily ascensions, Kiwani’s Club fundraiser pancake breakfast each morning, and remote … More…
2018 Master of the Mountain Announced
Sept 8, 2018. This year’s Master of the Mountain Adventure Race Relay will be held on September 8. The race consists of a 6-mile run, 3-mile paddle, 20-mile bicycling, and finishing with a shotgun course. More information and registration forms … More…