Radium Springs Attractions
Radium Springs is located north of Las Cruces in southwestern New Mexico.
Fort Selden was a territorial fort built in 1865 on the Rio Grande, home of the famous Buffalo Soldiers. General Douglas McArthur spent several years here as a child, when his father was commanding officer. The visitor center has numerous exhibits depicting life at the fort.
Address:
Fort Selden State Monument, Box 58, Radium Springs, NM 88054-0058, United States
Phone: 1 (505) 526-8911, Fax: 1 (505) 526-8911
Guides: Guided tour available as optional extra.
Leasburg Dam was built in 1908, channeling water from the Rio Grande to irrigate the Mesilla Valley. A 140-acre park is a popular destination for camping, picnicking and bird watching as well as fishing, canoeing and kayaking.
Address:
Leasburg Dam State Park, Box 6, Radium Springs, NM 88054-0006, United States
Phone: 1 (505) 524-4068, Fax: 1 (505) 526-5420
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