Photo Credit: Village of Columbus, NM Celebration Set for June 10th at U.S.–Mexico Border
DEMING – The Village of Columbus will host a special dedication ceremony at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, to unveil a new monument honoring cyclists of the Continental Divide Trail and the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route (GDMBR).
The monument, now standing proudly at the U.S.–Mexico border in Columbus, recognizes the town’s long-standing role as a beloved stop for riders of the GDMBR. While the official southern terminus of the 2,700-mile route is located at Antelope Wells, many cyclists choose to end their journey in Columbus, drawn by its hospitality, services, and strong sense of community.
According to an article published on the Village of Columbus website (villageofcolumbusnm.com), the GDMBR is the world’s longest off-pavement cycling route. The trail crosses the Continental Divide 30 times and features more than 200,000 feet of elevation gain, challenging cyclists with everything from the Canadian Rockies to the Chihuahuan Desert.
“The route is not just a ride — it’s a life-changing experience of endurance, solitude, and exploration,” the article states. Columbus hopes the new monument will become a meaningful stop for cyclists and a gathering point for adventurers from around the world.
All are welcome to attend the June 10 ceremony and celebrate the village’s unique role in one of the most iconic cycling adventures on the continent.