Posted in New Mexico March 24, 2018 by Monica Spencer

There’s An Awesome Rock Ranch Hiding In New Mexico And You’ll Want To Visit

Children seem to be natural rockhounds and it’s not difficult to see why. Rocks come in all textures, shapes, colors, patterns, and some even have a translucence or a hint of sparkle. In honor of rock collectors of all ages, we’re going to check out one cool state park here in New Mexico that not only has some pretty views but also some pretty rocks that you can take home.

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This is Rockhound State Park, named in honor of rockhounds—or amateur rock collectors—of all ages. The park is located a short drive from Deming near the Little Florida Mountains.

The park is known for its lovely views of the landscape but also for some sweet rock hunting opportunities.

No matter your age, you can find all kinds of intriguing rocks. Visitors have noted finding granite, quartz, jasper, and more! You could easily spend an entire day here hunting for rocks that strike your fancy.

With all the pretty rocks that can be found here, just be sure to look before you reach! This tarantula, though completely harmless, looks pretty creepy.

In addition to searching for all kinds of rocks, you'll also find hiking trails, a picnic area, and even a campground.

Have you ever visited this state park? What was your experience like?

Rockhound State Park is located at 9880 Stirrup Road, about 7 miles southeast of Deming. You can find details about the hours of operation, park announcements, and more by visiting the New Mexico State Parks website.

Want to check out another cool state park here in New Mexico? Read about the cool things you’ll find at Clayton Lake State Park in The Incredibly Unique State Park You’ll Only Find In New Mexico.