Datil, New Mexico

Datil is a census-designated place in Catron County, New Mexico, United States. As of the 2010 census it had a population of 54. Located at the intersection of U.S. Route 60 and New Mexico State Road 12, Datil is on the edge of the Cibola National Forest. The Very Large Array is also nearby. Rock climbers are attracted to Datil because it holds the Enchanted Tower, a climbing hotspot.

Datil, New Mexico
Datil viewed from the northwest
Datil
Location within the state of New Mexico
Coordinates: 34°08′40″N 107°50′39″W
CountryUnited States
StateNew Mexico
CountyCatron
Area
  Total1.87 sq mi (4.85 km2)
  Land1.87 sq mi (4.84 km2)
  Water0.00 sq mi (0.01 km2)
Elevation
7,400 ft (2,300 m)
Population
 (2020)
  Total50
  Density26.74/sq mi (10.32/km2)
Time zoneUTC−7 (Mountain (MST))
  Summer (DST)UTC−6 (MDT)
Area code575
GNIS feature ID35-19920
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