El Malpais National Monument, NM

Travel Guide

Sandstone Bluffs
The largest lava flow in CONUS and some great arches. Such a beautiful area.
This is a wonderful overlook at Sandstone Bluffs overlooking the lava flows at El Malpais about 12 miles south of Grants, NM. It's an easy stop off of the Interstate but worth driving through the park. The Ventana Arch is about 8 miles further down Highway 117.
This ice cave is the end of a collapsed lava tube 17.5 miles long, the longest known in North America. The coloration is due to algae that lived in the water that filled the cavern which is now frozen to a depth of more than 20 feet. The cave remains a constant 31 degrees F year-round.
Beautiful ancient lava flows are punctuated by juniper and cacti in full bloom. This is a rough area to scramble around - watch for cairns as it is easy to lose your way in this alien landscape.
Best Western Grants Inn

Best Western Grants Inn

2.5 out of 5
1551 E Santa Fe Ave Grants NM
The price is ₩198,261 per night from Apr 9 to Apr 10
₩198,261
₩224,034 total
Apr 9 - Apr 10
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Grants. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (890 reviews)
Room was very clean and comfortable. Breakfast was very good.

Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026

Best Western Grants Inn
Leisure Lodge Motel

Leisure Lodge Motel

2 out of 5
1204 E Santa Fe Ave Grants NM
The price is ₩86,317 per night from Mar 20 to Mar 21
₩86,317
₩105,950 total
Mar 20 - Mar 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Grants. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Truman Park and Grants Public Library are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (92 reviews)
Nice staff at the desk. Clean room. Great price.

Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026

Leisure Lodge Motel
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Grants

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Grants

2.5 out of 5
1608 E Santa Fe Avenue Grants NM
The price is ₩119,242 per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
₩119,242
₩134,745 total
Apr 1 - Apr 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Grants. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
Clean room and friendly staff

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Grants
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Popular places to visit

cave opening silhouette

Ice Cave and Bandera Volcano

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Ice Cave and Bandera Volcano during your travels in Grants. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Ice Cave and Bandera Volcano
El Calderon Trail El Malpais National Monument New Mexico

El Calderon Trail

5/5(2 reviews)

You can take time to visit El Calderon Trail during your travels to Grants. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and waterfalls.

El Calderon Trail
Visible from the parking lot a short walk will get you this closer vantage point.

La Ventana Natural Arch

4/5(11 reviews)

You can take time to visit La Ventana Natural Arch during your travels to Grants. Wander the parks or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

La Ventana Natural Arch
Hiking Mount Taylor a Stratovolcano in Grants New Mexico Cibola National Monument

Mount Taylor

4.5/5(18 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Taylor during your travels in Grants. Visit the area's casinos, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Mount Taylor
La Ventana Arch at El Malpais National Monument in Grants, New Mexico

La Ventana Arch

You can find out about the history of Grants when you stop by La Ventana Arch. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

La Ventana Arch

Northwest New Mexico Visitor Center

3.5/5(13 reviews)

Northwest New Mexico Visitor Center is just one of the places to see in Grants, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants.

Northwest New Mexico Visitor Center

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