The El Malpais National Monument Area preserves 376.000 acres of lava beds, spatter cones, ice caves and a 17 mile lava tube system. Within the conservation area are Anasazi ruins, two wilderness areas and La Ventana, a large free-standing natural arch. Recreational opportunities include camping, hiking, bicycling and horseback riding; free back-country camping permits are available at the ranger station. Note: Use heavy footgear and extreme care when walking on the sharp lava. The Spanish did not call the region "Mal pais"- bad country unjustly. El Malpais East Ranger Station, 9 mi. south on Hwy 117.
Location:
Grants Visitor Center, 620 E. Santa Fe Ave, Grants New Mexico 87020
Telephone
505-285-5406
(Grants) El Malpais National Monument Area
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03/31 Coming to The Grants area
Santa Fe Chamber Music Festival Santa Fe NM July14-August19 Sensational music, top-notch performers and Santa Fe’s alluring location combine to make this an event you won't want to miss.
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