• Sweeping panoramic views of lava flows, cinder cones, and distant mountains can be enjoyed at Sandstone Bluffs.

    El Malpais

    National Monument New Mexico

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  • Cave permits now available for selected park caves

    FREE mandatory cave permits are now available to visit specific caves in El Malpais. Permits can be obtained at the El Malpais Information Center on NM Highway 53 or at the Northwest New Mexico Visitor Center at I-40/Exit 85. More »

Support Your Park

Make a Donation!

Thank you for your interest in supporting El Malpais National Monument. Your donation will enhance the programs and activities to protect park resources and provide visitor services for El Malpais National Monument. Philanthropic contributions continue to make a significant difference. We welcome and are grateful for your support of El Malpais National Monument.

There are several ways to support El Malpais National Monument. The park is able to accept direct monetary donations. If you are interested in donating to the park directly you may contact the Superintendent by phone (505-285-4641 x12) or email e-mail us.

Donations may be mailed to:

Superintendent Kayci Cook Collins
123 E. Roosevelt Avenue
Grants, NM 87020

Please make checks or money orders payable to DOI, National Park Service.

You can also donate your time by volunteering.

 

Did You Know?

A Western Diamondback rattlesnake in the desert

The Western Diamondback rattlesnake is one of several species of rattlesnake that inhabit the high desert of El Malpais. Like all wildlife in the park, they are protected and should be given space and respect. More...