BLM/USFWS primitive canyon northwest of Socorro with sculpted sandstone cliffs, arches, hoodoos, and cottonwood bottoms. Millions of years of sedimentary section are exposed in an east–west wash popular for day hikes, photography, and dispersed camping — a classic Rio Grande rift badland close to I-25.
Field facts
| Region | Socorro County, NM |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 34.2435, -106.9939 |
| Managers | BLM Socorro FO + USFWS |
| Use | Hiking / primitive camping / photography |
| Fee | None |
| Nearby | Lemitar / Sevilleta NWR / Socorro |
Nearby locations
Nearby amenities
- Rec areaSan Lorenzo Canyon0 km away
- TrailheadSan Lorenzo Ridge Trailhead0.6 km away
- TrailheadSan Lorenzo Ridge Trailhead0.7 km away
- TrailheadLittle San Lorenzo Trailhead0.9 km away
- Rec areaSocorro Nature Area13.5 km away
- Rec areaSevilleta National Wildlife Refuge15.8 km away
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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