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Capulin Volcano National Monument
Photo of Capulin Volcano National Monument courtesy NPS

Mammoths, giant bison, and short-faced bears were witness to the first tremblings of the earth and firework-like explosions of molten rock thousands of feet into the air. Approximately 60,000 years ago, the rain of cooling cinders and four lava flows formed Capulin Volcano, a nearly perfectly-shaped cinder cone, rising more than 1000 feet above the surrounding landscape. Although long extinct, Capulin Volcano is dramatic evidence of the volcanic processes that shaped northeastern New Mexico. Today the pine forested volcano provide habitat for mule deer, wild turkey, and black bear.

A 2-mile road spiraling to the top of the volcano and paved trails into the crater and around its rim provide access to explore the volcano and enjoy spectacular views of the surrounding volcanic landscape.

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Capulin Volcano National Monument website
Recreation Area Map
Park Email: CAVO_Administration@nps.gov

Phone numbers
Visitor Information 505-278-2201

Address
Capulin Volcano National Monument
PO Box 40
Capulin, NM 88414