BLM recreation area on the edge of the Carrizozo Malpais—one of the youngest major lava flows in the continental U.S., a black basalt river frozen across the Tularosa Basin. Developed campground and short interpretive nature trail over the rugged pahoehoe and aa.
Field facts
| Region | Lincoln County, NM |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 33.6848, -105.9200 |
| Feature | Carrizozo lava flow / malpais |
| Access | US 380, 4 miles west of Carrizozo |
| Fee | BLM day-use / camping |
| Managing agency | BLM |
| Trail | Malpais Nature Trail (short loop) |
Nearby locations
Nearby amenities
- CampgroundValley of Fires Recreation Area0 km away
- Rec areaValley of Fires0.4 km away
- Rec areaCarrizozo Lava Flow Wilderness Study Area5.3 km away
- Rec areaLittle Black Peak Wilderness Study Area8.1 km away
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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