Historic

Route 66 and National Old Trails Road Historic Distric at La Bajada

Santa Fe County, NM

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Route 66 and National Old Trails Road Historic Distric at La Bajada is a historic district in Santa Fe County, NM, listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2005, recognized for significance in transportation; engineering.

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RegionSanta Fe County, NM
Coordinates35.5578, -106.2297
Listed2005-06-30
NRHP Ref#05000633
CategoryDistrict
SignificanceTransportation; Engineering
Era1909-1931
AccessHike or bike recommended
FeeFree
Notable26 hairpin switchbacks, timber bridge, retaining walls

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