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The Post Company Quarters is a historical point of interest located in New Mexico's Guadalupe Mountains National Park. This site used to be a small military camp in the 1800s and was later converted into a ranger station in the early 1900s. The Post Company Quarters is a well-preserved example of a frontier military outpost and offers visitors a glimpse into life on the frontier during the 1800s.
One of the main reasons to visit the Post Company Quarters is to learn about the history of the area. Visitors can take a guided tour of the quarters and see firsthand what life would have been like for soldiers and their families stationed at the outpost. The quarters themselves are well preserved, and visitors can see many of the original furnishings and artifacts on display.
Another unique thing to see at the Post Company Quarters is the nearby Butterfield Overland Mail Route. This historic route was used to transport mail and passengers across the country during the mid-1800s and passed directly through the Guadalupe Mountains. Visitors can still see some of the original roadbed and other remnants of the route nearby.
In summary, the Post Company Quarters is a must-see destination for anyone interested in the history of the American West. Visitors can learn about life on the frontier during the 1800s and see firsthand what a frontier military outpost would have looked like. Additionally, the nearby Butterfield Overland Mail Route adds another layer of historical significance to the area.
Discharge | Stage | Elevation | |
GALLINAS RIVER NEAR LOURDES
2024-12-02T00:15:00.000-07:00 |
51cfs | 2.44ft | 5940ft |
PECOS RIVER NEAR ANTON CHICO
2025-01-14T01:00:00.000-07:00 |
27cfs | 2.64ft | 5138ft |
PECOS RIVER ABOVE SANTA ROSA LAKE
2025-01-14T00:15:00.000-07:00 |
2cfs | 5.04ft | 4761ft |
GALLINAS R NR COLONIAS
2025-01-14T01:00:00.000-07:00 |
12cfs | 3ft | 4946ft |
PECOS RIVER BELOW SANTA ROSA DAM
2025-01-14T00:30:00.000-07:00 |
1cfs | 3.13ft | 4624ft |
PECOS RIVER NEAR PUERTO DE LUNA
2025-01-14T00:45:00.000-07:00 |
97cfs | 1.38ft | 4318ft |
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