Socorro, New Mexico
Historic Walking Tour
Garcia Opera House, Socorro Plaza, Spanish colonial & territorial architecture. Also, Old San Miguel Mission, active 1915-1928; south wall dates from 1598....
Historic Walking Tour
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 Areas24 miles, showcases wildlife, rock formations, colored cliffs, arroyos. Two access areas: 1) Go 2 miles north of Socoro...
WWII warbirds, Korean War jet fighters, antique automobiles....
Maps at visitor center....
Built with Hearst money in 1898, now museum/art gallery....