Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge

Migratory waterfowl, including sandhill cranes. 377 identified species. Year-round birding, auto tour, hiking.

Getting There & Details

Hours
Opens hour before sunrise, closes hour after sunset.Visitor center open daily
Address
16 miles south of Socorro via I-25, San Antonio Exit 139, US-380 and NM-1
Phone
505-835-1828
Map
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More Things to Do

Take the long way.

The best parts of the trip are usually the ones you didn't plan.

Historic Walking Tour

Garcia Opera House, Socorro Plaza, Spanish colonial & territorial architecture. Also, Old San Miguel Mission,…

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Follow what feels interesting.

Curiosity is usually a better guide than a strict plan.

Hammel Museum

Former brewery on National Historic Register.

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Follow what feels interesting.

Curiosity is usually a better guide than a strict plan.

Escondida Lake Park

Fishing, camping, RV hookups, facilities.

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Stop when something catches your eye.

Those moments tend to matter more than the planned ones.

City of Socorro Parks

Fields, tennis/basketball courts, horseshoe pits, playgrounds, jogging, Olympic-size pool.

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Events in Socorro

Nearby Lakes & Parks