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Village in New Mexico, United States
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Eagle Nest is a small town in North Central New Mexico. Sitting in the Moreno Valley on the east side of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, the town is situated on the edge of Eagle Nest Lake, on the Enchanted Circle scenic drive east of Taos.
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A narrow forested canyon along US 64 east of town, offering lovely views, camping, fly fishing, hiking, and wildlife viewing.
Open to fishing, boating, camping, hiking and wildlife viewing, as well as just general sightseeing. The visitor center offers plenty of good information on the area.
Just north of town along NM 38 lies a photogenic ghost town abandoned since the 1930s.
Local diner recognizable for its blue-paneled wood exterior. Mostly burgers and breakfast options, with huge portions.
Eagle Nest sits at the intersection of US 64 and NM 38, about an hour's drive east of Taos along a winding mountain road past the ski resort of Angel Fire.
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