Basic Information

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Directions

Operating Hours & Seasons

Hours for Volcano Top Vehicle Access: 8:30am to 4:00pm 

Weather

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Internet & Cellular Access

Internet & Cellular Access Details

 

Come see the world, or at least about 8,000 square miles of volcanic field, from the top of Capulin Volcano.

 

Lodging and Camping
There is no camping or lodging within Capulin Volcano National Monument. There are developed campgrounds in the local area. Raton and Clayton, NM, have numerous local and national chain motels. Commercial campgrounds and state parks are also available in the Raton and Clayton areas. Raton Visitor Information Clayton Visitor Information

 

Oversized Vehicle Information
Capulin Volcano's Compendium states that the maximum size of vehicle allowed on the Volcano Road is 26 feet in length and/or 8 feet in width. Oversized vehicles are not allowed on Volcano Road.

 

Trailers and Towed Vehicles
No trailers or towed vehicles are permitted on the Volcano Road. If you are towing a trailer it will have to be unhitched and left at the Visitor Center. If you are driving an RV towing a vehicle, you will have to unhitch and drive the smaller vehicle to the volcano rim. Semi-tractors with trailers should know that turns in the visitor center area are tight and narrow. If you wish to come to the park, we suggest you unhook the trailer on the gravel patch outside the park boundary fence.

 

Severe Weather
Weather in northeastern New Mexico can be unpredictable and change with little notice. Thunderstorms are common in April through September and can be quite severe. Severe weather ranging from lightning and rain to snow and ice may close the road and/or the trails at Capulin Volcano. Current road conditions are available by calling 575-278-2201.

 

Food
Food service is not available within the park boundaries. The park store has some select snacks and a water bottle refilling station. The closest restaurant is The Sierra Grande Restaurant in Des Moines, NM, which is open year round for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other restaurants and fast food are available in Raton and Clayton.

The park's picnic area is open year round and has tables, restrooms, and trash containers. Restrooms are closed from mid-October to mid-May.

 

Pets
Pets are prohibited in all buildings and on all trails other than the Nature Trail, which is a short 10 minute trail adjacent to the Visitor Center. In areas where pets are allowed, they must be on a leash and attended by an owner.

 

Bicycle Information
Capulin Volcano Highway is now a roadway shared by multiple users that include vehicles, hikers, bikers, walkers and runners. Dogs on a minimum 6-foot leash are also allowed on the roadway.

 

Leave No Trace
Our special places deserve special care. Learn how you can help us take care of Capulin Volcano National Monument by observing Leave No Trace principles.