Select titles for more information. You may also call (575) 835-8927 or email the Socorro Heritage and Visitor Center.
Apache Kid Wilderness
Apache Kid Wilderness includes 44,650 acres of rugged canyons and peaks with 68 miles of often primitive trails provides high (and often dry) hiking, backpacking, horseback riding pleasures, and wildlife viewing – plus hunting in season.
Concho Hills Guest Ranch
Concho Hills is a small ranch located in the heart of New Mexico cattle country on the historic Magdalena Stock Driveway.
Datil Well Recreation Area
Datil Well Campground is a great place for the family and includes 3 miles of hiking trails with views of the San Augustin Plains. Campgrounds include grills, fire pits, and trash cans.
Gila National Forest
The Gila National Forest, with its spectacular scenery, is one of the more remote and least developed National Forest in the Southwest and covers 3.3 million acres of publicly owned forest and range land. More Info / Website
Magdalena Hunting
Hunters from all over the country converge on Magdalena during September, October, and November to take on the challenge of the best hunting in the United States – primarily Elk, Antelope, and Deer.
Magdalena 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.
Water Canyon Campground
A favorite way to get back to nature! Water Canyon offers hiking, bird watching, picnicking, and camping at the foot of the Magdalena Mountains. Everything you need just 21 miles west of Socorro on US 60.
Withington Wilderness
Seldom-visited 18,869-acre Withington Wilderness area ranging between 6,800 and 10,000 foot elevations has few trails. Located in the northeastern area of the San Mateo Mountains, Withington Wilderness includes hiking, backpacking, hunting, and wildlife viewing.
