Hi John - I have traveled thru Raton several times. It is on the NM/Colo. border with Raton pass on the way North into Colorado. Trinidad, CO is not far and an interesting town historically. Pretty with mountains around although arid/dry climate makes it look somewhat semi-desert. Not far to Santa Fe, NM with lots of SW art and food. Might be an interesting place for a rally!! You will probibly find lots of camping around there. Taos, MN is also just a short distance away. Don't know if the town of Raton is much, but is close enough to many exciting places that it could a fun place to headquarter. Happy Trails. Leigh