Things To Do

El Malpais National Monument offers a little bit of everything. Scenic overlooks, easy drives, short walks, strenuous hikes, caves, and rugged backcountry camping. These countless opportunities offer glimpses into the geology, history and culture, and wildlife of the region.

 
A hiker with a backpack stoops down to look at a hole in the cooled lava.
Hiking

Lace up your shoes and explore a trail!

Yellow sandstone takes on a pinkish hue at sunset with sandstone cliffs and a lavender sky at sunset
Scenic Driving

See what you can see from the comfort of your car!

A park ranger holding an image of a bat with two people watching him.
Ranger Programs

Learn something new with a park ranger!

Bats fly over a lava tube cave at sunset
See the Bats!

Learn the best way to see bats fly out of Bat Cave at El Calderon on a warm summer night.

Three properly equipped cavers entering a lava tube.
Lava Tube Caving

Are you up for a challenge? Pack your safety gear, grab a permit, and head out to the lava tube caves for a subterranean adventure.

The moon outlined with by the sun during an eclipse creating a ring-like image.
2023 Annular Eclipse

See a "ring of fire" eclipse in the land of frozen fire on October 14, 2023

 

Many Adventures At El Malpais!

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    Last updated: July 14, 2023

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    Mailing Address:

    1900 E. Santa Fe Ave.
    Grants, NM 87020

    Phone:

    505 876-2783

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