Doc Campbells wasn't a town at all. It basically consisted of a general store, bed and breakfast, and some amazing hot springs. This "town" was also the point at which we had to make a critical route decision. From here we had to decide between the shorter route to Antelope Wells or the longer route to Columbus. We actually opted for the longer route because of its close proximity to Columbus; only 3 miles from the Mexican border. After a quick resupply and a refreshing soak it was off to the town of Mimbres. The walk to Mimbers consisted of a long and mundane road walk. When we arrived in Mimbres we were greeted with the generosity of trail angels, Julie and Pat, who took us into their home and transported us back to the trail. The trail then took a 30 mile jog to the East where we hiked to our final 10000 foot elevation, Hillsboro Peak and fire lookout. We were actually surprised when we found that the cabin at the top of the peak was open, complete with bunks, and a wood burning stove. From the peak it was a steady descent into the Southern New Mexico desert. The hike into Deming consisted of sandy jeep roads, broken windmills, rattlesnakes, and every prickly plant imaginable.
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