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El Camino Real de Tierra Adentro National Historic Trail
Things To Know Before You Come
 

El Camino Real de Tierra Adentro National Historic Trail extends 404 miles across Texas and New Mexico. Your visit may be affected by local weather and road conditions. Please be sure to consult local sources for information when planning your trip on the trail.

Traces of a dirt road, El Camino Real de Tierra Adentro, stretch across a southern New Mexico desert landscape  

Did You Know?
El Camino Real de Tierra Adentro was used by settlers, missionaries, military, and traders for almost 300 years. When the railroad reached New Mexico in 1880, the Camino Real gradually fell into disuse. Today, Interstate-25 generally follows the historic route of the centuries-old trail.

Last Updated: July 25, 2006 at 00:23 EST