Dog Canyon

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Dog Canyon

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Historical Marker

For the Mescalero Apaches, Dog Canyon was a favorite camping area and trail through the Sacramento Mountains. It was the scene of several battles in the 19th century. In 1863, a group of Mescaleros was attacked by soldiers, and the survivors were sent to the Bosque Redondo Reservation.

Last updated: 10/12/2009 15:10:00