Explore an Extinct Cinder Cone Volcano
Part of the 8,000 square mile Raton-Clayton Volcanic Field, Capulin Volcano showcases the volcanic geology of northeastern New Mexico. The views are spectacular day or night, with views of 4 different states from the volcanic rim and one of the darkest night skies in the country.
Whether it's a quick stop or a day's trip, enjoy exploring the landscape of this unique volcano!
Sept 16 2021
This was a return visit from our failed attempt to visit this park last year. The park was closed due to COVID and made that visit a recon visit. This visit we got to explore the Park. First starting at the Visitor Center. it's a small Visitor Center that is more store then information center. They do offer a short movie that we had already seen online. We then headed out to take the road up to the top of the cider cone volcano. The drive up was inspiring and the view from the top was breathtaking. We did not take the Crater Vent Trail this trip but it looked to be an easy trail to take and it is a .4 mile trail roundtrip. We will have to put that on a return trip. We are looking forward to a return visit to take in an overnight visit. This park is known for there dark sky programs. This park can be seen in a few hours or all day, hiking the different trails that are offered.
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Our 147th NPS Unit
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| Enough Mom lets go for a walk on a trail. |
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