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HawkWatch Observation Point

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Please check local regulations for: Manzano Mountain Wilderness

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Location: Torrance County, New Mexico, United States

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1. Gavilan Trail — Cibola National Forest

2.87km

00:46

40m

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Jamie S.

August 3, 2024

The Manzano Hawkwatch site is a vital location for monitoring raptor migration. Operated by HawkWatch International, the site has been active since 1985 and provides valuable data on raptor populations and trends. Each fall, thousands of raptors, including species like the Northern Harrier and Cooper's Hawk, pass through this area. The site is not only important for research but also offers a unique opportunity for visitors to observe these birds in their natural migration patterns. You can reach this spot via the Gavilan Trail off of Capilla Peak. Even if you are not a bird enthusiast, this is a spectacular lookout that is a must-visit if camping at the Capilla Peak Campground or in the area.

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Elevation 2,800 m

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Friday 19 September

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11°C

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Max wind speed: 10.0 km/h

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Location: Torrance County, New Mexico, United States

HawkWatch Observation Point

1. Gavilan Trail — Cibola National Forest

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