The Historical Past of Lake Maloya
by Bianca Segura Lake Maloya is an important and well-celebrated past, not only to the community of Raton, but to many others that travel...
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- Jun 16
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Illustrious Places to Stargaze in Raton
Check out some of the coolest places to stargaze, see meteor showers, and planets in and around Raton!
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- May 19
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2022 Signature Events
Raton is where the party is at! See our list of Upcoming Signature Events for Summer and Fall 2022.
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- Nov 24, 2021
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Purchase Your Raton 2022 Visitors Guide Ad
The Raton Visitors Guide is the main resource for more than 20,000 visitors to the Raton Visitor Information Center (VIC) with distribution
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- Aug 17, 2021
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Plan Your RV Trip to Raton
Why is Raton, New Mexico the best place to plan your next RV trip? Get away from the hustle and bustle of city life.
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- May 4, 2021
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2021 Summer of Color Events
Now announcing the 2021 Summer of Color Signature Events Schedule brought to you by Explore Raton and the Raton Beautification Coalition....
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- May 3, 2021
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View the 2021 Raton Visitors Guide Online
The Center for Community Innovation proudly presents the 2021 Raton Visitors Guide! The guide is currently being distributed around the...
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- Jun 23, 2020
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Wildlife Scavenger Hunt
Raton is abundant in wildlife, and even we have to admit that it is always exciting to check an animal off our list of wildlife to see.
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- Jun 16, 2020
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Hiking Safety Tips
We have several trails for you to traverse around the area, but we want you to be bear aware and prepared for anything!
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- May 26, 2020
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What To Pack for Raton
Itching for some adventure? Here is what to pack for your trip to Raton!
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- Mar 17, 2020
- 2 min
3 Reasons Being Quarantined in Raton is the Best
Here are three reasons why being quarantined in Raton, New Mexico during the coronavirus pandemic is better than anywhere else!
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- Jun 4, 2019
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Raton's Famous Iridium Layer Should Be A Stop On Your Next Road Trip
The first concrete evidence that an asteroid impact ended the Cretaceous Period was the discovery of an iridium-rich layer marking the...
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- May 6, 2019
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Parks & Outdoor Fun
Raton is filled with hidden gems for families to play and discover. Raton Parks Raton offers several parks for playing, picnicking, and...
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- May 6, 2019
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Goat Hill Overlook
Goat Hill is home of the “Raton” sign. Offers spectacular panoramic views of the area. Interpretive signs with brief history of Raton...
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- May 4, 2019
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Climb Climax Canyon
Accessible easily from downtown Raton, this 3+ Mile Multi-Loop nature trail was recently named a national recreation trail. Climax Canyon...
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- Apr 3, 2019
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NRA Whittingon Center: The Nation's Premier Hunting, Shooting & Outdoor Rec Facility
Located a short 20 minute drive from Raton, The NRA Whittington Center plays host to thousands of shooting and outdoor enthusiasts each...
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- Apr 2, 2019
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The Mining Town Ruins Hiding in Sugarite Canyon State Park Are Hauntingly Beautiful
Article courtesy of Only In Your State Mining towns popped up all around New Mexico in the 1800s and early 1900s but you’ll find that few...
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- Mar 19, 2019
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Fisher's Peak in Trinidad will open to the public, thanks to land purchase
Just east of Interstate 25, a few miles north of the New Mexico border, 9,600-foot-tall Fisher's Peak is a hidden gem in plain sight....
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- Jan 2, 2019
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Master of the Mountains Adventure Relay/Race (M.O.M)
September 7, 2019 To be guaranteed swag, please register by August 11th. Hard Deadline: Registration closes August 31st. Master of the...
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- Jan 1, 2019
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Down and Dirty (D.A.D.) Mountain Bike Race and Adventure Challenge
Calling all riders! The DOWN AND DIRTY mountain bike race challenges you to mountainside adventure and glory. Bike from 6,950 feet to...
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