Kilbourne Hole, Volcanic crater in Doña Ana County, New Mexico, US.
The elliptical Kilbourne Hole extends 1.7 miles in length and over a mile across, with depths reaching several hundred feet into the earth.
The National Park Service designated this volcanic formation as a National Natural Landmark in 1975, recognizing its geological and scientific importance.
NASA selected this location for training Apollo astronauts in 1969 and 1970, preparing them for geological studies during lunar missions.
Visitors need to contact the Bureau of Land Management at 575-525-4300 before exploring the site, as portions of the crater are on private property.
The crater contains mantle xenoliths with yellow and green olivine crystals inside volcanic bombs, providing direct evidence of deep earth materials.
Location: New Mexico
Location: Doña Ana County
GPS coordinates: 31.87125,-107.02103
Latest update: May 13, 2025 02:20
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