Canoncito, Mora County, New Mexico facts for kids
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Canoncito, New Mexico
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 Canoncito, Mora County, New Mexico
Location in New Mexico
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| Country | United States |
| State | New Mexico |
| County | Mora |
| Elevation | 7,064 ft (2,153 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| Area code(s) | 575 |
| GNIS feature ID | 899329 |
Canoncito is a small place in Mora County, New Mexico, in the United States. It's known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and people that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government.
Where is Canoncito?
Canoncito is found along New Mexico State Road 518. This road helps you get around the area. It is about 25 miles (or 40 kilometers) north of a bigger city called Las Vegas.
What's in a Name?
The name "Canoncito" is Spanish. It means "small canyon." This name makes a lot of sense because the community is located inside a little canyon. It's a perfect description for its natural setting!
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