Special Event

Event

Annular Solar Eclipse at Sandstone Bluffs Overlook

El Malpais National Monument

Fee:

Free.

Location: LAT/LONG: 34.945614, -107.838020


Sandstone Bluffs Overlook is located approximately 15 minutes south of Interstate 40 Exit 89 on Highway 117.

Dates & Times

Date:

Saturday, October 14, 2023

Time:

7:00 AM

Duration:

5 hours

Gates open at 7:00 am. Eclipse begins at 9:12 am. Totality lasts from approximately 10:34 am to 10:37 am


Description

Join El Malpais National Monument to celebrate the annular eclipse! During this eclipse, the moon covers about 90% of the sun, leaving a "ring of fire" effect of the sun outlining the moon. Enjoy this event at the El Malpais Visitor Center or at Sandstone Bluffs. Follow the link for all of the event details.


More information

Reservation or Registration: No


Contact Information

El Malpais Visitor Center
505-876-2783
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