Socorro, New Mexico
Mineralogical Museum
Fossils, more than 9,500 mineral specimens. ...
Mineralogical Museum
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 RecreationGarcia Opera House, Socorro Plaza, Spanish colonial & territorial architecture. Also, Old San Miguel Mission, active 1915-1928; south wall dates from 1598
Socorro, NM ToursBank, commercial building, store, house, hotel and more. ...
Reproduction of Michelangelo's Pieta, dedicated in 1875 to establishment of Loretto Academy....
Dona Ana County Fairgrounds west of Las Cruces on I-10...
Maps, camping, picnicking, hiking, backpacking....