• Capulin Volcano National Monument by J. Unruh

    Capulin Volcano

    National Monument New Mexico

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  • Summer Hours Change

    On May 24, 2013, Capulin Volcano National Monument will be tranisitioning to our summer hours. The park will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The road to the volcano rim will be accessible until 4:50 p.m.

Doing Business With The Park

Gatherings and commercial activities in national parks often require a special use permit. The purpose of these permits is to ensure the protection of the park’s natural and cultural resources, as well as to minimize conflicts between park visitors and your guests.

Examples of permitted activities include:

  • Commercial filming and photography
  • First Amendment events
  • Weddings (and similar gatherings)

Some of the activities may incur a fee.

If you are not sure whether your event requires a permit or you have other questions, contact the park at (575) 278-2201 or email us.

Did You Know?

color photograph showing inside of crater with trees and cinders

The crater of Capulin Volcano is 1 mile in circumference and a paved trail allows visitors to travel around the rim.