Pinos Altos
Billy the Kid Jailed
State: New Mexico
County: Grant County
Founded: 1860
Abandoned: Semi-ghost
Peak Population: Gold mining camp
Pinos Altos (Tall Pines) was a gold mining camp. Billy the Kid was briefly jailed here before escaping. The Buckhorn Saloon (1860s) still operates. Apache attacks were frequent in early days. About 200 residents remain.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Year-round
Difficulty: Easy
Time Needed: 1-2 hours
Quick Facts
- Billy the Kid jailed
- Buckhorn Saloon 1860s
- Apache attacks
Location
Address: Pinos Altos, NM
Coordinates: 32.8667, -108.2167