Socorro, New Mexico
Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge
Migratory waterfowl, including sandhill cranes. 377 identified species. Year-round birding, auto tour, hiking. ...
Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge
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 DrivesMigratory waterfowl, including sandhill cranes. 377
Socorro, NM Wildlife AreasLate 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 RecreationHistoric 1970s mining town....
World's largest radio-telescope array. Self-guided tours 8:30 a.m. to dusk. On Plains of San Agustin. Fascinating visitor cen...
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1863 U.S. Infantry post, once housed Buffalo Soldiers. Original officers' quarters still in use....