Almost Nobody Knows That Parts of the Iconic Movie Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid Were Filmed in This Tiny New Mexico Town

One of the best-known films ever made is "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid." Filmed in 1968 and 1969, it was released to movie theaters in 1969 and became box-office gold for its time. You may be wondering, "Where was 'Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid' filmed?" especially since you're here reading this article. This iconic Western was shot mainly in Mexico and in the United States, including Utah's Zion National Park and Colorado. But both Taos and Chama, New Mexico, also served as filming locations for "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid." We think Chama was a particularly ideal choice, with its small-town, Old West feel.

The iconic George Roy Hill-directed Western "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid" starred Paul Newman and a young Robert Redford. Filmed in the late 1960s, it became a popular, award-winning film at the time and is considered a classic today. We think Chama may also be considered one of the movie's stars.

Set at an elevation of 7,860 feet in the Rockies and 120 miles north of Santa Fe, Chama, New Mexico, was used to film a few scenes for "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid."

This historic small Old West town is known for its steam trains. Departing from the Chama Depot, the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad is an incredible thing to do on a day trip here, especially for the scenery. This scenic train ride takes passengers on a 64-mile journey between Chama, New Mexico, and Antonito, Colorado. Check the train schedule and book your tickets on the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad website.

Chama is certainly worth visiting, not only because scenes from one of the most famous movies ever made were filmed here, but also because of its downtown area and surrounding natural beauty.

Visit the town's business district, where you will find restaurants, shops, and lodging options, including the Vista Del Rio Lodge and Sterling & Sage. With the Chama River flowing through town, there are ample opportunities for outdoor recreation, such as boating and fishing. There are also plenty of hiking and equestrian trails around town as well. Head to the Edward Sargent Wildlife Management Area, a 20,029-acre preserve, and take a hike along the easy 0.9-mile Elk Interpretive Trail. Be on the lookout for wildlife as you stroll through the beautiful landscapes.

Another small town used as a filming location for "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid" was Taos, in the Upper Rio Grande Gorge, making both New Mexico towns stars on the big screen! Did you know that Chama was a filming location for "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid?" If you've seen the movie, did you recognize any of the places? Seeing the Land of Enchantment on the big screen certainly makes us proud of our roots — how about you?

Well, that's a wrap! Curious to know what other movies were filmed around the Land of Enchantment? Here are 15 movies that were filmed in New Mexico.