Location of the world's first atomic bomb explosion in 1945.
Location of the world's first atomic bomb explosion in 1945.
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 TrailsMigratory waterfowl, including sandhill cranes. 377
Socorro, NM Wildlife AreasHiking, picnicking at moutain-camp ruins. (only guide dogs allowed.) ...
Quebradas to east, Rio Grande floodplain and Bosque del Apache to south. Magdalena / San Mateo mountains to west, to north Sa...
Fields, tennis/basketball courts, horseshoe pits, playgrounds, jogging, Olympic-size pool....
Southwest archaeology, history exhibits. ...