7 Lesser-Known State Parks In New Mexico That Will Absolutely Amaze You
New Mexico has no shortage of beautiful places. A stroll through any wild part of the state or park shows off the state’s allure, ranging from lush mountainsides to stark desert views. If you’re on the lookout for lesser-known locations that illuminate New Mexico’s lovely side, check out our list of underrated state parks to visit in New Mexico. You’re bound to be impressed by the options!
New Mexico truly is the Land of Enchantment, isn’t it? Do you have a favorite remote spot to visit? Feel free to share it or another one of your favorite state parks to visit in New Mexico in the comments below or on our Facebook page. As always, we’d love to hear from you!
Ready to take a look at a few other wonderful natural spots around the state? If you enjoy stargazing, you may appreciate some of New Mexico’s darkest skies. Read about some places to visit in These Are Some Of The Darkest Places In New Mexico And You’ll Want To Visit. We’ve also compiled the Nature Lovers Definitive Guide To New Mexico’s Natural Beauty – Parks, Beaches, Hikes, And More! There’s truly something on the list for every kind of outdoor enthusiast.
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What are the top natural wonders to visit in New Mexico?
New Mexico is called the Land of Enchantment for a reason -- there are so many fascinating cultural sites, landmarks, cities, towns, and natural attractions to be explored. Now that you've learned about some of the most underrated state parks to visit in New Mexico, it's time to dive even deeper into the state's natural wonders. Perhaps one of the most impressive is the Bisti/De-Na-Zin Wilderness near Farmington. These fascinating, otherworldly landforms look like something from another planet. They can be found in the Four Corners region of the state, and make for an excellent day trip destination. Next up on the list would be the Capulin Volcano. Few people realize that there's a volcano in New Mexico, let alone one that you can drive up. And yet that's the exact experience you'll have when you visit Capulin Volcano National Monument. At the top, you'll find hiking trails that will lead into the mouth of the volcano. How incredible is that? Other noteworthy natural wonders in New Mexico include Tent Rocks in Cochiti, Shiprock, Valles Caldera in Jemez Springs, the White Mountain Wilderness outside of Ruidoso, the Rio Grande Gorge, Blue Hole in Santa Rosa, the Organ Mountains in Las Cruces, Carlsbad Caverns, and finally, White Sands in Almogordo. Curious to learn more about these places? Check out our previous article: The 12 Most Incredible Natural Attractions In New Mexico That Everyone Should Visit.