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The Trail of the Mountain Spirits Scenic Byway winds through areas rich in scenic, historical and natural interest.

Millions of acres of solitude

Welcome to our remarkable corner of the southwest, home to an amazing variety of animal, insect and plant life, one of the last dam-free wild rivers in the U.S. West, and ruggedly scenic portions of the Continental Divide Trail.

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Soak in restful hotsprings

Copperas Vista, a scenic overlook on the Trail of the Mountain Spirits Scenic BywayThermal hot springs near the Gila River have been used by residents here for more than 1,000 years. Find your own quiet spot to soak!

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Year-round birding, wildlife and more

Copperas Vista, a scenic overlook on the Trail of the Mountain Spirits Scenic BywayTrail of the Mountain Spirits is a great year-round destination for birding. Nearly 340 bird species have been sighted in the Gila National Forest!

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Open roads, quiet spaces

Copperas Vista, a scenic overlook on the Trail of the Mountain Spirits Scenic BywayTrail of the Mountain Spirits is ideal for relaxed motor touring with your family, motorcycle touring with friends, or bicycle touring through scenic splendor.

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Funded in part by the
Federal Highway Administration

Copperas Vista, a scenic overlook on the Trail of the Mountain Spirits Scenic BywayThe Trail of the Mountain Spirits Scenic Byway and byway web site have been funded in part by the Federal Highway Administration.
Find us in New Mexico's sunny southwest corner!

Copperas Vista, a scenic overlook on the Trail of the Mountain Spirits Scenic BywayTrail of the Mountain Spirits Scenic Byway winds through the southwest corner of New Mexico, crossing six climatic zones and a broad swath of the Old West territory made famous by the daring exploits of Native Americans, Buffalo Soldiers, fontier families and scurrilous outlaws.

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Motels, cabins and cottages
for a great get-away!

Copperas Vista, a scenic overlook on the Trail of the Mountain Spirits Scenic BywayLodgers along the Trail of the Mountain Spirits offer a range of motel, cabin, cottage and B&B options. They also provide a great source of information on the best times to visit, and the events and activities available during your visit.

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Enjoy cool, sunny skies
and tall pines!
Click for Silver City, New Mexico Forecast Our great year-round climate features sunny skies more than 330 days a year.
 
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