Located
in the Chihuahuan desert 20 miles north of Socorro, New Mexico, the land that
is now Sevilleta National Wildlife Refuge has a fascinating and long history.
Sevilleta NWR is managed primarily as a research area, and is closed to most
recreational uses. However, limited waterfowl and dove hunting is available,
and special tours including environmental education programs for students, may
be arranged by contacting the refuge at 505/864-4021 or fw2_rw_sevilleta@fws.gov.
Volunteers are needed to assist the refuge with maintenance, scientific, visitor
services, and clerical projects. A trailer may be available; please contact
the Refuge for more information.
Looking
north from the Cerro Montoso Scenic Overlook at GPS Control Point SEV005. Photo
by Richard K. Mott.
How
to Get There: From Albuquerque, take I-25 south. Take Exit #169.
Entrance road to Refuge headquarters is located on the west side of I-25.
