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robertv.apodaca@state.nm.us • Robert Apodaca Manager
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The rugged slopes of the Little Florida Mountains are the setting for this park, which boasts trails, unique geology, wildflower displays, and a peaceful campground. The stunning scenery of the Spring Canyon unit of the park provides a peaceful area for hiking or picnicking. Park Elevation 4,520 – 5,400 ft
Rockhound State Park is a state park of New Mexico, United States, located southeast of Deming. It is named for the abundance of minerals in the area, and visitors can search for quartz crystals, geodes, jasper, perlite, and many other minerals. The park is located in the Little Florida Mountains, a range of low mountains that have become sky islands due to the arid desert between the peaks.
HOURS
Rockhound Gate Closed: Sunset – 7am
Spring Canyon Hours: 8am-4pm
Closed Mondays and TuesdaysDaily Entrance 6am – 9pm: (per vehicle)
Day-Use* $5
Walk-in/bicycle No Charge
Bus/ Tour Vehicle* $15
Rockhound State Park is a state park of New Mexico, United States, located southeast of Deming. It is named for the abundance of minerals in the area, and visitors can search for quartz crystals, geodes, jasper, perlite, and many other minerals. The park is located in the Little Florida Mountains, a range of low mountains that have become sky islands due to the arid desert between the peaks.
HOURS
Rockhound Gate Closed: Sunset – 7am
Spring Canyon Hours: 8am-4pm
Closed Mondays and TuesdaysDaily Entrance 6am – 9pm: (per vehicle)
Day-Use* $5
Walk-in/bicycle No Charge
Bus/ Tour Vehicle* $15
