Lisa B.
10/20/2025
Amazing landscape of black lava flows. Make sure to wear hiking boots or good secure shoes if walking in the Malapais. Check out the Sandstone Bluffs nearby as well, with views overlooking the...
El Malpais National Monument Visitor Center
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1900 E Santa Fe Ave
Grants, NM 87020
El Malpais National Monument Visitor Center serves as a gateway to the unique volcanic landscape of El Malpais in Grants, NM. Visitors can immerse themselves in the rich geological history of the area, characterized by lava flows, cinder cones, lava tube caves, and sandstone bluffs. The center provides valuable information for those seeking solitude, recreation, and adventure in this extraordinary terrain.
The center offers insights into how volcanic forces have shaped the landscape of El Malpais, creating a diverse ecosystem that supports various plant and animal species. Through interactive exhibits and ranger programs, visitors can delve into the cultural legacy of those who have inhabited this wild environment for generations. Whether exploring the extensive lava fields or marveling at the sandstone cliffs, the Visitor Center invites guests to discover the land of frozen fire.
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Jonathan B.
2/28/2024
This is one of many locations in the US West where you can see first-hand the remnants of lava flows from relatively recent history. New Mexico has a surprisingly active volcanic history and El...
Denise S.
5/22/2025
My favorite place on a cross country trip! Didn't have time to explore the trails but the visitor center was worth it. Also, before and after the visitors center you can see lava flow along I-40...
Karen L.
9/20/2019
Two hours to get to El Malpais is a very long drive. I wasn't sure if it was going to be worth it, but standing at the Sandstone bluff overlook was amazing. The expanse of land that spread out...
Janet S.
2/27/2023
A lovely snowy day. We walked as close as we could get along a paved path, though slippy and snowy. It was pretty much a blizzard when we left. The arch is fab, oh how we do love us some New...
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