category : Natural Attractions
Chihuahuan Desert plants/animals, geological formations, hiking.

Phone: 505-835-0424

Come visit us in Socorro, New Mexico

Attractions and Upcoming Events

City of Socorro Parks

Fields, tennis/

Socorro, NM Parks

San Lorenzo Canyon

Chihuahuan Desert plants/

Socorro, NM Natural Attractions

Mineralogical Museum

Fossils, more than 9,500

Socorro, NM Museums

Langmuir Laboratory

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 Recreation

Escondida Lake Park

Socorro, NM Recreation

Things to do Natural Attractions near Socorro, NM

Faywood Hot Springs

Public/private mineral pools, massage, cabins, tent/RV camping, day use....

Water Canyon

Pronghorn antelope, golden eagles, other birds....

Kneeling Nun

Monolith resembles praying nun....

Lady on the Mountain

Natural rock formation resembles profile of Mary of Magdalene on side of Magdalena Mountain....

San Lorenzo Canyon

Chihuahuan Desert plants/animals, geological formations, hiking....