Gran Quivera
Part of the Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument, Gran Quivera was an important trade Center before and after the Spanish “entrada.” Apache raids, drought, and famine caused the Pueblo Indians to abandon the site in 1672.
Read MoreQuebradas Back Country Byway
Enjoy biking at the scenic mountain bike trail, with many trail options. Cerrillos del Coyote Loop is a popular route taken by the Cerrillos del Coyote Mountain Bike Race.
Read MoreJohnson’s Hill (Gordy’s Hill OHV Area)
The 6,000-acre Gordy’s Hill Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Area is a scenic dirtbike and ATV destination overlooking the Rio Grande Valley and Bosque with a tremendous variety of riding opportunities.
Read MoreEscondida Lake and Park
This lake park offers fishing and camping, RV hookups, tent sites, bathrooms and potable water.
Read MoreSan Lorenzo Canyon
Hike and explore the plant and animal life of the Chihuahuan Desert at the photogenic San Lorenzo Canyon. Located north of Socorro on I-25, exit 163 in San Acacia.
Read MoreCity of Socorro Rodeo & Sports Complex and Parks and Recreational Facilities
City of Socorro Parks and Recreation provides leisure activities for the entire family.
Read MoreSocorro Historical District Scenic Byway
The history of Socorro is told in its architecture, and the Socorro Historical District Scenic Byway is the visual embodiment of that history.
Read MoreBlue Canyon Gallery
Blue Canyon Gallery features pottery made from native clay, paintings and drawings of southwestern landscapes, affordable prints, copper enamel and stone-work jewelry, and art supplies. Located on Hwy. 60 just east of Magdalena, New Mexico.
Read MoreMagdalena Mountain Ropes
The Magdalena Mountains Ropes Challenge course, located 20 miles southwest of Magdalena at the Monica Cabin site, offers an exciting program for individuals and groups.
Read MoreHiking and Mountain Bike Trails
Socorro County loves a good hike! You can take one of the many trails already in existence or rough it and create your own.
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