Continental Divide Trail Intersects Ponderosa Views

Lisa — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 22:37:17 +0000

Not many people know about the Continental Divide Trail… unless, of course you happen to see a bunch of backpackers walking down the street in Southeastern New Mexico. And, you may happen to stop and ask, “where are all of you off to with those big packs?” To which the casual reply is…. “Canada.” The particular group we encountered had left Mexico some three weeks prior and had another three months to go on their trek along the Continental Divide Trail.

According to the website (www.cdtrail.org):

“In 1978, Congress made a monumental decision, one that secured the future of the most scenic, wild and remote landscapes in America. They designated the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail (CDT), also known as the “King of Trails.”

The vision for the CDT is a 3,100-mile primitive and challenging backcountry trail from Canada to Mexico along the backbone of America. Approximately 70% of the Trail is usable. However, many of those miles are in desperate need of repair, rerouting for sustainability, or removed from roads and motorized trails.The Continental Divide Trail Alliance (CDTA) is a group of dedicated conservation-minded outdoor enthusiasts, committed to seeing the Continental Divide Trail through to its full completion, to its last charted mile, and to the continued care of this great natural wonder for future generations.”

A part of this famous Trail runs along side of our Ponderosa Views Ranch near Pie Town, so it’s not unusal to see some happy backpackers on their journey.

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Continental Divide Trail Intersects Ponderosa Views