• 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.

Your Safety

color photograph of lightning bolt striking mesa
Thunderstorms are common in July and August and can be quite severe. Several mule deer and one of the park benches have been struck on the trail around the crater rim. Severe weather may close the road and/or trails at the volcano.
 
color photograph of rattlesnake poised to strike
Rattlesnakes are found within the monument. Stay on developed trails for safe hiking.
 
The Volcano Road, which leads to the rim, is approximately two miles long. Snow, ice accumulation, and/or severe thunderstorms can also close the Volcano Road. Current road conditions are available by calling monument headquarters at 575-278-2201 x302.

Did You Know?

Blue Grama

Capulin Volcano is a meeting place for the prairie of the Great Plains and the forests of the Rocky Mountains making it
home to the state grass of New Mexico, Blue Grama grass, and the state tree, the Piñon pine.