As you enter Lincoln National Forest, you're greeted by towering pine and fir trees that stand like sentinels, their leaves whispering with the secrets of the forest. The air is fresh, scented with pine and the earthy fragrance of the forest floor. Sunlight dapples through the canopy, creating a play of light and shadow that dances across the ground.
In some areas, rugged mountains rise majestically, their peaks reaching towards the sky, while in others, serene meadows stretch out, carpeted with wildflowers that sway gently in the breeze. The diversity of the landscape is astoundingโfrom dense woodlands to open grasslands, from rocky peaks to tranquil streams.
Wildlife abounds in this natural haven. Deer can be seen grazing in the meadows, while birds of prey circle overhead. The forest is alive with the sounds of natureโthe chirping of birds, the rustling of leaves, and the gentle flow of water.
There are also numerous trails winding through the forest, each offering its own unique perspective and beauty. Hikers are treated to stunning vistas, and the changing seasons add their own magic, transforming the landscape with vibrant autumnal colors or a serene blanket of winter snow.
Lincoln National Forest is more than just a place of natural beauty; it's a sanctuary where the tranquility and grandeur of nature can be truly appreciated and enjoyed. It's a reminder of the timeless beauty of the...
ย ย ย Read moreย ย ย Read moreMy wife and I never tire of traveling through the Lincoln National Forest, Cloudcroft NM, Sunspot NM so-called because it has the highest naturally occuring hydrogen concentration in the World, and it is home to two observatories that study the Sun; Sunspot Observatory, & Apache Point Observatory/both of which offer yours to the general public. When the constant barrage of the "Modern" World & the Media, as well as an pandemic viruse named after a second-rate beer begin to ruffle our feathers, my spouse and I will head up Hwy82, to the Lincoln National Forest; or, across Rt244 to Ruidoso NM/home of a world class ski resort (Ski Apache), lakes, and the tWiStY
@For Information, Lincoln National Forest is a unit of the U.S. Forest Service located in southern New Mexico. Established by Presidential Proclamation in 1902 as the Lincoln Forest Reserve, the 1,103,897 acres (4,467.31 km2) forest begins near the Texas border and contains lands in parts of Chaves, Eddy, Lincoln, and Otero counties. The three Ranger Districts within the forest contain all or part of four mountain ranges, and include a variety of different environmental areas, from desert to heavily forested mountains and sub-alpine grasslands. Established to balance conservation, resource management, and recreation, the lands of the Lincoln National Forest include important local timber resources, protected wilderness areas, and popular recreation and winter sports areas. The forest headquarters is located in Alamogordo, N.M. with local offices in Carlsbad, Cloudcroft, and...
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