Paraje De Fra Cristobal
Posted by: leadhiker
N 33° 37.282 W 107° 08.251
13S E 301716 N 3722224
A new Mexico OSHM in the north-bound rest area on I-25.
Waymark Code: WMCT18
Location: New Mexico, United States
Date Posted: 10/09/2011
Views: 4
Marker Text:
The mountain range seen along the east bank of the Rio Grande is named after Father Cristobal de Salazar of the 1598 Juan de Oñate expedition. The northern edge of the twenty-one mile range is said to resemble the profile of the good friar. This paraje, or encampment, was a place of rest for caravans on the Camino Real as they entered or exited the Jornada del Muerto.
History:: Not listed
Link to History,Plaque or Sign:: Not listed
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