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Red River Valley

NM, USA
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The Red River Valley nestled in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains is one of the most spectacular areas of the state. Abundant game attracted trappers to the valley in the early 1800s and prospectors followed in the 1860s with gold, silver and copper mines operating until 1925.



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