Raton Pass
6 Miles from Raton: 7588′ elevation, Raton Pass. The highest point on the Southwest Chief Amtrak route.
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Lonesome Dove
42 Miles from Raton: Portions of the original Lonesome Dove television mini-series were filmed at Philmont Scout Ranch.
Raton Elevation
In Raton: The official elevation of Raton, New Mexico is 6,680′.
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′