Location of the world's first atomic bomb explosion in 1945.
Location of the world's first atomic bomb explosion in 1945.
Migratory 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 ToursHistoric church....
Highlights orgin of U.S. missle / space activity, Atomic Age. Inform guard you are going to visit museum or Missle Park....
Site of March 9, 1916, Villa raid on U.S. Camp Furlong site. Botanical Garden, visitors center, 61 campsites....
Antique car collection, Sat. BBQ, covered-wagon rides, gift / candy shop. Shelling-plant tours available....
Visitor center, some areas open to public, most areas closed. Open house with guided tours in October....