Capulin Volcano National Monument
Closure Caution Information See 3 current alerts
Current alerts (3)
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Closure
Volcano Top Access Closed to Vehicles over 26 feet long and to all Trailers
The Volcano top access is closed to all RVs, buses, attached pull trailers, or any other vehicle over 26 feet in length due to public safety concerns and limited parking. Trailer drop-off and RV/bus parking are available at the visitor center.
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Caution
Bicycles and Pedestrians now allowed on Volcano Road
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. Be watchful of others that are present on the highway. Follow the new traffic flow signs and keep vehicle and bicycle speeds at the posted speed limits of 20 mph in general and 10 mph in the S curves. Let’s all stay safe!
More from the park: Bicycles and Pedestrians now allowed on Volcano Road
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Information
Credit/Debit Card Only to pay entrance fees
Capulin Volcano only accepts credit/debit cards for entrance fees. Our cooperating association Park Store accepts cash, credit/debit cards, and checks. There are limited cash only entrance passes available through our cooperating association Park Store.
More from the park: Credit/Debit Card Only to pay entrance fees
Hours
Volcano Road Volcano Top Vehicle Access
| Every day | 8:30AM - 4:00PM |
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Coming up:
- Nov 26: Holiday Closures (closed)
Volcano Road Vehicle Access is open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Pedestrians and Bicycles are allowed on volcano road after 4:30.
Capulin Volcano National Monument Trails
| Every day | Sunrise to Sunset |
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Coming up:
- Nov 26: Thanksgiving Day (closed)
Capulin Volcano National Monument trails are open from sunrise to sunset with the exception of the night sky viewing area (visitor center overflow parking lot) which is open throughout the night. Vehicle access to the Volcano Road and the Visitor Center have separate hours. Please see their individual hours.
Visitor centers
Capulin Volcano Visitor Center
Capulin Volcano Visitor Center
| Every day | 8:30AM - 4:30PM |
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Coming up:
- Nov 26: Thanksgiving Day (closed)
The Visitor Center and Volcano Road is open daily from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily. The Monument is closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day.
Visitor center page on nps.gov: Capulin Volcano Visitor Center
About this park
Part of the 8,000 square mile Raton-Clayton Volcanic Field, Capulin Volcano showcases the volcanic geology of northeastern New Mexico. The views are spectacular day or night, with views of 4 different states from the volcanic rim and one of the darkest night skies in the country. Whether it's a quick stop or a day's trip, enjoy exploring the landscape of this unique volcano!