Socorro, New Mexico
Mineralogical Museum
Fossils, more than 9,500 mineral specimens. ...
Mineralogical Museum
Late 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 RecreationMigratory waterfowl, including sandhill cranes. 377
Socorro, NM Wildlife AreasGarcia Opera House, Socorro Plaza, Spanish colonial & territorial architecture. Also, Old San Miguel Mission, active 1915-1928; south wall dates from 1598
Socorro, NM ToursGarcia Opera House, Socorro Plaza, Spanish colonial & territorial architecture. Also, Old San Miguel Mission, active 1915-192...
Migratory waterfowl, including sandhill cranes. 377 identified species. Year-round birding, auto tour, hiking. ...
Dates to late 1800s....
Ghost town....
Natural rock formation resembles profile of Mary of Magdalene on side of Magdalena Mountain....