Capulin Volcano National Monument
Capulin, NM
A young cinder cone with a road spiraling to the rim and a one-mile trail around the crater. On clear days you see into four states.
- Nearest town
- Capulin, NM
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- 36.7810, -103.9700
- Editor's pick
- ★
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and October. Still fine, with some compromises, in June, September and November. Hot in July–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Nearby
Campsites nearby
- Capulin RV ParkMotorhome stopover3 mi from Capulin Volcano National MonumentMotorhomes
All campsites in New Mexico · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Capulin Volcano National Monument?
Capulin Volcano National Monument is in Capulin, NM, at GPS 36.7810, -103.9700. It is about 27 mi from Raton.
Can you camp near Capulin Volcano National Monument?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Capulin RV Park, about 3 mi away; within 25 mi there are 1 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Capulin Volcano National Monument?
Capulin Volcano National Monument is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: On the Santa Fe Trail: Trinidad to Santa Fe.
What is there to see near Capulin Volcano National Monument?
Places worth a stop nearby: Black Mesa State Park (60 mi), Eagle Nest Lake State Park (74 mi), Vietnam Veterans Memorial State Park (76 mi) and Fort Union National Monument (84 mi).
When is the best time to visit Capulin Volcano National Monument?
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and October. Still fine, with some compromises, in June, September and November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)