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Manzano Mountains State Park, Mountainair, NM
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Manzano Mountains State Park

A forested New Mexico state park in the Manzano foothills, suited to hiking, camping, and wildlife watching.

Mile Marker 3, Hwy 131, Mountainair, NM 87036 · Mountainair, NM

About Manzano Mountains State Park

This New Mexico state park sits at high elevation in the foothills of the Manzano Mountains. Visitors come for hiking and camping, and it is often chosen for a relaxed family outing. Bird watching, wildlife viewing, and photography are also popular here. The park offers a campground, a group shelter that requires a reservation, and interpretive trails.

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