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Take a journey on the Trail to savor 300 years of heritage and culture in the Southwest. This Spanish colonial "royal road" in New Mexico and Texas originally extended to Mexico City, Mexico.

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    The Civil War and the Trail


    Learn about the Civil War battle that stopped the advancement of the confederate army advancing west. The Battle of Glorieta occurred within the vacinity of the Trail and is a impactful chapter in Trail history.

    Last updated: April 13, 2022

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    El Camino Real de Tierra Adentro National Historic Trail
    1100 Old Santa Fe Trail
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