24 miles, showcases wildlife, rock formations, colored cliffs, arroyos. Two access areas: 1) Go 2 miles north of Socoro on I-25
Socorro, NM Scenic DrivesLate June to late August lightning and thunderstorm research; gate blocks last mile to laboratory (gate is often closed). Hikers, picnickers welcome year-round.
Socorro, NM RecreationQuebradas to east, Rio Grande floodplain and Bosque del Apache to south. Magdalena /
Socorro, NM TrailsSouthwest archaeology, history exhibits. ...
Maps at visitor center....
Penny Park, community-built for all ages - 505-534-0261 Olympic-size swimming pool - 505-388-4640...
Self-guided tour of desert flora, geological formations, archaeology, 1.5-mile hiking trail....