Carrizozo Malpais, Volcanic site in Tularosa Basin, New Mexico, US
The Carrizozo Malpais extends 75 kilometers across the Chihuahuan Desert, featuring black basaltic lava flows that emerged from Little Black Peak.
The lava flow formed approximately 5,200 years ago during a prolonged eruption that lasted three decades, making it the second youngest volcanic formation in New Mexico.
The Carrizozo Woman's Club initiated efforts to protect this geological formation, leading to its current status as a protected natural area.
Located along US Route 380, the Valley of Fires Recreation Area provides direct access to the lava fields through maintained pathways and observation points.
The extensive lava flow created through underground tubes spans 328 square kilometers, containing various geological formations such as pressure ridges and collapse features.
Location: New Mexico
GPS coordinates: 33.34220,-106.28810
Latest update: June 7, 2025 15:03
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