El Malpais National Monument
Overview
El Malpais National Monument is managed by National Park Service and is located near Grants, New Mexico. The richly diverse volcanic landscape of El Malpais (el-mal-pie-EES) offers solitude, recreation, and adventure. Explore incredible geologic features such as lava flows, cinder cones, lava tube caves, and sandstone bluffs. While some may see a desolate environment, people have been adapting to and living in this extraordinary terrain for generations. Come visit the land of frozen fire!
Things to Do at El Malpais National Monument
Recreation Activities
Popular activities at El Malpais National Monument include:
Nearby Activities
- Auto Touring
- Camping
- Hiking
- Historic & Cultural Site
- Wildlife Viewing
Plan Your Visit
Getting There
No roads exist through El Malpais National Monument. To explore the east side of the park, take exit 89 off I-40 and head south on Highway 117. To explore the north side of the park, take exit 81 off I-40 and head south on Highway 53. To reach the visitor center, take exit 85 off I-40 in Grants, New Mexico. After you exit, head south on Santa Fe Ave and continue straight over the freeway overpass. Take a left at the entrance sign for El Malpais Visitor Center and continue 300 yards to the parking lot.
GPS Coordinates: 34.88422800000000, -107.99509500000001
Contact & Resources
Phone: (505) 876-2783
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