Lyden, New Mexico
# Lyden, New Mexico

Lyden is an unincorporated community and census-designated place in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico, United States. Its population was 245 as of the 2010 census. The community is located on the west bank of the Rio Grande. It was formerly known as "El Bosque." A post office operated in Lyden between 1902 and 1957.

## Geography

Lyden is located at 36°08′46″N 106°00′20″W﻿ / ﻿36.1461339°N 106.0055774°W﻿ / 36.1461339; -106.0055774. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the community has an area of 2.242 square miles (5.81 $km^2),$ all land.

## Education

It is in Española Public Schools. The comprehensive public high school is Española Valley High School.

