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Thursday, January 03, 2008
The small quiet community of Springer lies in
Northeastern New Mexico about 35 miles south of Raton and 68 miles north of Las Vegas at the crossroads of New Mexico state highway 56 and I-25. It is home
to 1200 friendly people, huge expansive ranches, breathtaking mountainous views, and the wild and free wide open plains.
Due to its location on the famous Santa Fe Trail, Springer was once the hustle and bustle center of trade for Colfax county. Today, he potential of economic growth in Springer is possible because of its easy access to the interstate, the current development of an industrial area west of town, and most importantly the community itself. Springer High School was recently chosen as one of "America's Best High Schools" in the December edition of US News and World Report. Proof positive that any entrepreneur or corporation will have a smart, bi-lingual population of workers ready to work hard for them.
The elevation is 5850 feet above sea level giving Springer a pleasant and mild year round climate. Warm summer days are followed by cool nights. Winters have a few cold days here and there, but are in general quite moderate. With many days of fabulous New Mexico sunshine, annual precipitation averages only 16 inches.
Springer is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and fans of the Old West, too. Springer Lake, Charette Lake, and other nearby waterways feature some of the finest pike and trout fishing in Northern New Mexico.
Springer's location is perfect for day trips to surrounding points of interest such as Fort Union National Monument, The NRA Whittington Center, Philmont Scout Ranch, The Dorsey Mansion, Capulin Volcano, Eagle Nest Lake, Sugarite State Park, Cimarron Canyon State Park, and much more.
Many travelers refer to Springer as the Gateway to the Enchanted Circle, because it provides easy access to three of New Mexico's finest ski facilities: Taos Ski Valley is 100 miles away, Red River is 68 miles away and Angel Fire is a mere 62 miles away. If you want easy access to skiing, but you want to avoid the high hotel/resort prices then Springer is the place to stay before heading to the slopes!
Due to its location on the famous Santa Fe Trail, Springer was once the hustle and bustle center of trade for Colfax county. Today, he potential of economic growth in Springer is possible because of its easy access to the interstate, the current development of an industrial area west of town, and most importantly the community itself. Springer High School was recently chosen as one of "America's Best High Schools" in the December edition of US News and World Report. Proof positive that any entrepreneur or corporation will have a smart, bi-lingual population of workers ready to work hard for them.
The elevation is 5850 feet above sea level giving Springer a pleasant and mild year round climate. Warm summer days are followed by cool nights. Winters have a few cold days here and there, but are in general quite moderate. With many days of fabulous New Mexico sunshine, annual precipitation averages only 16 inches.
Springer is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and fans of the Old West, too. Springer Lake, Charette Lake, and other nearby waterways feature some of the finest pike and trout fishing in Northern New Mexico.
Springer's location is perfect for day trips to surrounding points of interest such as Fort Union National Monument, The NRA Whittington Center, Philmont Scout Ranch, The Dorsey Mansion, Capulin Volcano, Eagle Nest Lake, Sugarite State Park, Cimarron Canyon State Park, and much more.
Many travelers refer to Springer as the Gateway to the Enchanted Circle, because it provides easy access to three of New Mexico's finest ski facilities: Taos Ski Valley is 100 miles away, Red River is 68 miles away and Angel Fire is a mere 62 miles away. If you want easy access to skiing, but you want to avoid the high hotel/resort prices then Springer is the place to stay before heading to the slopes!
Contact Us
Springer Chamber
of Commerce
PO Box 322
Springer, NM 87747
Ph (505) 483-2998
447-0130
Springer Chamber
of Commerce
PO Box 322
Springer, NM 87747
Ph (505) 483-2998
447-0130
