Socorro County, NM

New Mexico

A flock of birds flying over a field.
A large, ancient brick structure in a grassy field with a clear blue sky.
A wooden pier extending over calm water, surrounded by dense reeds and trees, with a clear sky and the sun low on the horizon.
A flock of birds flying over a field with mountains in the background.
Two wooden structures with historical markers, one labeled Dona Eufemia and the other Acomilla, set against a clear sky.

Popular cities in Socorro County

A long straight road in a flat, arid landscape with sparse vegetation and distant mountains.
Magdalena
Known for Forests, Coffee and Hiking
Surrounded by towering mountains, this colorful town is known for its thriving art scene, eclectic festivals and eerie mining ghost town.

Reasons to visit

  • Karl G. Jansky Very Large Array
A large, ancient brick structure with multiple towers and walls, surrounded by a grassy landscape and sparse vegetation.
Mountainair
Known for Hiking, Ruins and Mountains
Ancient history, Native American culture, gorgeous landscapes and outdoor pursuits feature in this small town in the heart of New Mexico.

Reasons to visit

  • Manzano Mountains State Park
A desert landscape with rolling hills and mountains in the distance.
Socorro
Known for Dining, Bird watching and Wildlife
Hike along the vast stretches of mountains and woodland, learn about the region’s extraterrestrial history and enjoy the rocky terrain of this desert city.
A desert landscape with sparse vegetation, a body of water, and distant mountains.
Winston
Head to sights like Gila National Forest and Gila Wilderness Area as you discover Winston.
Lemitar
Lemitar
Head to New Mexico Tech Golf Course and New Mexico Tech Mineral Museum—just two of the sights around Lemitar.
Alamo
Alamo
Check out the local area in Alamo as you venture to sights like Cibola National Forest.

Stay near popular Socorro County attractions