Socorro, New Mexico
San Lorenzo Canyon
Chihuahuan Desert plants/animals, geological formations, hiking....
San Lorenzo CanyonWater Canyon
Pronghorn antelope, golden eagles, other birds....
Water Canyon
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 DrivesGarcia Opera House, Socorro Plaza, Spanish colonial & territorial architecture. Also, Old San Miguel Mission, active 1915-1928; south wall dates from 1598
Socorro, NM ToursFishing, camping, RV hookups, facilities....
Rural approach to history, Southern Pacific Railroad depot....
Fossils, more than 9,500 mineral specimens. ...
Quebradas to east, Rio Grande floodplain and Bosque del Apache to south. Magdalena / San Mateo mountains to west, to north Sa...