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Late June to late August lightning and thunderstorm research; gate blocks last mile to laboratory (gate is often closed). Hikers, picnickers welcome year-round.

Cars with low clearance, travel trailers and motor homes discouraged.

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Things to do near Socorro, NM

Sunland Park Racetrack and Casino

State's longest meet. Nov.Apr. Tues.,Fri.,Sat.,Sun. racing for quarter horses , thoroughbreds. Daily simulcasting....

Historic Walking Tour

16 Buildings on State Historic Registry, 4 on National Registry of Historic Places, including post office, St. Anne's Catholi...

Chihuahuan Desert Nature Park

Self-guided tour of desert flora, geological formations, archaeology, 1.5-mile hiking trail....

Magdalena Stock Driveway / Shipping Pens

At end of longest "hoof highway" in New Mexico. Used from as far away as Springerville, Arizona; closed when the AT&SF Railro...

Rockhound State Park

Visitors can take up to 15 lbs. of rocks. Visitor center, campsites....