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From Magdalena you can head out in any direction and discover unlimited fun and adventure. Surrounded by National Forests, the opportunities for hiking, bicycling, motorcycling, four-wheeling, horse-back riding, photography and hunting abound. Information and maps are available at the USFS Magdalena Ranger Station, as well as plenty of friendly advice on the best trails and backroads through the region.








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Hunters from all over the country converge on Magdalena during September, October and November to take on the challenge of the best hunting in the United States -- primarily Elk, Antelope and Deer. The New Mexico Department of Fish and Game carefully manages the distribution of hunting tags and licenses to best maintain healthy populations of wild game. To obtain hunting information, tags and licenses, click on the link above for the Fish & Game Department. To arrange accommodations for your hunting party, click here.

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Magdalena is surrounded by thousands of square miles of National Parks, National Forest, Wilderness Areas and other Public Lands. Below are a few links that will get you started in planning that ultimate outdoor excursion.







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Check out our index of the many hiking trails in the Magdalena area, along with USDA Forest Service trail guidelines. More can be obtained by contacting the Magdalena Ranger Station.

Trail guidelines and indices are viewable with Adobe® Reader®. For a FREE download, click here.
Further information of interest:


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The Magdalena Mountains Ropes challenge course, located 20 miles southwest of Magdalena at the Monica Cabin site, offers an exciting program for individuals and groups. To learn more click on the link below


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Adventure and scenery await just down the road. Select a link below to find out more.













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New Mexico is filled with interesting wildlife. Learn more about the state's animals by following the links below.










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For more information on plant life in New Mexico, follow the link.

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Head back to the old west with Cowboy Action Shooting in the town of "Old Magdalena" just west of the village. For more information visit these sites:
Magdalena Trail Drivers (local shooting club)
SASS (Single Action Shooting Society)

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The Magdalena Municipal Airport is just west of the village.
Airport Information
Runway Map

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