Located
near Carrizozo which is about 60 miles north of Alamogordo and 90 miles
west of Roswell. This recreation area is adjacent to the Malpais Lava
Flow. The lava flow is considered to be one of the youngest lava flows
in the continental United States. The flow is 4-6 miles wide, 160 feet
thick and covers 125 square miles. The Malpais Nature Trail is fully
accessible and is paved. The trail leads you into the lava flow and
has interpretive displays. There are flowers, cactus, trees and bushes
typical of a desert as well as roadrunners, lizards, cottontails, and
mule deer. It is a great place to see birds as well. Great horned owls,
burrowing owls, turkey vultures and golden eagles are just some of the
birds you might see. There are also 19 campsites, two are wheelchair
accessible.
Located
in northwestern New Mexico. This park has the densest and most exceptional
concentration of pueblos in the American Southwest. Stop at the Visitor
Center before taking the 9-mile paved road that gives access to 5 major
sites. There are self-guided trails at each site. You should allow 45
min to an hour to explore each site. There are 4 backcountry hiking
trails that access more remote sites.
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