Socorro, New Mexico
San Lorenzo Canyon
Chihuahuan Desert plants/animals, geological formations, hiking....
San Lorenzo CanyonWater Canyon
Pronghorn antelope, golden eagles, other birds....
Water Canyon
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 DrivesGarcia 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. ...
Maps, camping, picnicking, hiking, backpacking....
Built in 1905 as vaudeville house. Independent films....
Rocks form centuries-old volcanic-ash flow, some 50-feet high. Visitor center, botanical garden, campsites, handicapped-acces...
Highlights orgin of U.S. missle / space activity, Atomic Age. Inform guard you are going to visit museum or Missle Park....