Continental Divide, Route 66 New Mexico
WEBJun 20, 2023 · The pass has an elevation of 7,270 ft. (2.216 m) and is crossed by the Interstate 40, old Route 66 and the BNSF Railway (which in the past had been the AT & SF Railway). It is a pass in the Rocky Mountains and marks the continental divide in this point of western-central New Mexico.
Continental Divide Trail - New Mexico Nomad
WEBCongress established the Continental Divide Trail (CDT) in 1978. The trail represents a monumental conservation effort, stretching 3,100 miles across the United States, from Canada to Mexico.
Continental Divide National Scenic Trail - US Forest Service
WEBFrom the deserts of New Mexico to the alpine peaks of the northern Rockies, the Continental Divide Trail winds its way through the stunning and diverse landscapes of the central United States, a ribbon that ties together many of the defining moments and movements in our nation’s history.
Continental Divide: New Mexico - clui.org
WEBIn New Mexico the Continental Divide travels southbound through the western side of the state, following the spine of mountain ranges. On the east side is the Rio Grande, running down the middle of the state, to become the border of Mexico.
Continental Divide, New Mexico - Wikipedia
WEBContinental Divide is an unincorporated community in McKinley County, New Mexico, United States. [ 2] Description. Continental Divide is located along Interstate 40, 25.1 miles (40.4 km) east-southeast of Gallup, along Campbell Pass, a low point along the Continental Divide of the Americas.
Continental Divide National Scenic Trail - U.S. National Park Service
WEBThe entire Continental Divide National Scenic Trail corridor is approximately 3,100 miles (4,988 kilometers) long, extending from the Canadian border in Montana to the border of Mexico in New Mexico. About 1,900 miles (3,211 km) of the corridor contains existing trails or primitive routes.
Across the New Mexico Continental Divide on Route 66 - Legends of America
WEBAcross the Continental Divide of New Mexico on Route 66 includes Bluewater, Prewitt, Thoreau, the Continental Divide and Fort Wingate.
Road Trip Warning: The Continental Divide in New Mexico
WEBFeb 9, 2022 · Driving the Continental Divide in New Mexico can be dangerous if you’re not prepared. You want to make sure to do your research and have the appropriate gear. During your research, you’ll likely learn the best time to travel, a bit about the weather, and what landscapes to expect.
Continental Divide, North America | The Tony Hillerman Portal
WEBIn North America, the continental divide (also known as the Great Divide) is a chain summits of the Rocky Mountains that are aligned in a fairly continuous contour from north to south along the western parts of the continent. The ranges traverse British Columbia in Canada; and Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, and New Mexico in the U.S.
Continental Divide, New Mexico (Route 66)
WEBThe Continental Divide in New Mexico is a geographic boundary that separates the watersheds that flow into the Pacific Ocean from those that flow into the Atlantic Ocean. It’s an important landmark and has gained some popularity as tourist attraction along Route 66.
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