The Box Recreation Area

Overview

The Box Recreation Area is managed by Bureau of Land Management and is located near San Antonio, New Mexico. The 640-acre Box Recreation Area is a highly scenic, rugged area which is very popular for technical rock climbing and bouldering. The five cliffs on either side of this box canyon provide popular rock climbing for even highly skilled technical climbers. Challenging climbing opportunities include the Waterfall Wall, Corner Block and the Fillet a Papillon Wall.

Things to Do at The Box Recreation Area

Recreation Activities

Popular activities at The Box Recreation Area include:

Nearby Activities

Climbing
Hiking

Plan Your Visit

Getting There

Six miles southwest of Socorro off US 60.

GPS Coordinates: 34.00699972000000, -106.99311890000000

Contact & Resources

Phone: 575-835-0412

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