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Soda Dam

Jemez Springs, NM
4.0 of 5 stars 10 Reviews
Type: Dams, Geologic Formations
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Albuquerque, New Mexico
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 9, 2012

Even though I've passed by this place countless times, it had been years since I'd taken the time to stop. The rushing water, the rock formations and the natural beauty of Soda Dam are worth a stop. Across the street are some warm little green streams that are fascinating to look at, and a nice reminder that the marvels of... More

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Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed February 12, 2012

We've stopped here a time or two. It's interesting to see once. More

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Santa Fe, New Mexico
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 31, 2012

When driving past Soda Dam while passing through the Jemez Mountains, the kids will enjoy a stop at the dam. You can climb on it and watch the water rush far under your feet. The kids really like it, and the adults have fun, too. Only fifteen minutes needed for a nice break in the drive. More

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Albuquerque, New Mexico
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed January 26, 2012

Not much here but it's cool to stop at least once and check out the mineral deposits More

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Kutztown, Pennsylvania
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738 reviews 738 reviews
Reviews in 224 cities Reviews in 224 cities
761 helpful votes 761 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 19, 2012

This is a interesting sight along the Jemez Trail. Mineral deposits have built up onver millions of years along a creek creating a gigantic natural dam. This is a nice stop to see and explore for a short time. More

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Los Alamos, New Mexico
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed January 11, 2012

Interesting volcanic formation alongside the road to Jemez Springs, NM. Farmland above, bubbles below, if you know what I mean. More

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Albuquerque, New Mexico
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 30, 2011

During most of the warm months you will be able to enter the sulfur smelling water and soak. There is even a small water fall that you can slide down if you climb the rock wall to the east and hook around to the north side of the dam. More

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New York City, New York
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 10, 2011

great lil stop off the side of the highway - really interesting mineral formation! definitely check it out! More

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Cleveland, Ohio
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93 reviews 93 reviews
Reviews in 56 cities Reviews in 56 cities
97 helpful votes 97 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed September 22, 2008
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Soda Dam is a geologic marvel that is just a hint of the volcanic history this area has seen. The hot springs are rich in minerals and over the years have deposited a wall of these minerals which at one time actually created a small lake. The springs are on both sides of the road and depending on the winds... More

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Albuquerque, NM
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed July 12, 2003
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Soda dam is a must see if you are in the area. It's a natural hot spring, and, thus, smells like suflur, which is the only drawback. You can swim in the pool created by the waterfall. There is also a natural waterslide behind the fall that will thrust you into the pool. Lots and lots of fun. Lots of... More

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