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Spring and fall are the most favorable seasons to visit Cly Butte. According to the
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Cly Butte centered, Elephant Butte to right, Three
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Cly Butte is situated three miles (4.8 km) southeast of the
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Elephant Butte (right)
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110:36.9546015°N 110.0689360°W
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313:Description
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