Valley of Fires Recreation Area

Extinct lava flows, group shelters, tent campsites, nature trails, handicapped-accessible trail.

Getting There & Details

Address
3 miles west of Carrizozo via US-380
Phone
505-648-2241
Map
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More Things to Do

Stop when something catches your eye.

Those moments tend to matter more than the planned ones.

Carrizozo Historic Walking Tours

Pamphlet available

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Stay curious.

A small detour can turn into something worth remembering.

Carrizozo Heritage Museum

Historical exhibits, emphasizes railroad heritage, affiliated with Lincoln County Historical Society.

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Pause when it feels right.

Some stops aren't on the map, but they're worth taking.

Ancho Museum “My House of Old Things”

Historical artifacts, RR memorabilia.

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Make time for quiet places.

Not every destination needs noise to be meaningful.

Carrizozo Hardware Building

Dates to 1917, artisits studios.

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