Upcoming Events
• Silver Creek Geology Exploration - Saturday, October 19th from 9 am to 3 pm. Mountains, Canyons and Plateaus oh my! Join us for this geologic exploration of Silver Creek and expect to see varied wildlife and remarkable views guaranteed! Hiking will be 2 – 3 miles, moderate and over uneven surfaces, in arroyos and up hills. Space is limited, so reservations are required for this event. Call TODAY to reserve your space at: 505 864-4021.
• Cibola Geology Tour Hike
Friday, December 6th from 9 am – 3 pm. Join us for a Tour of the east side of the refuge, where the pronghorn roam, where Gunnison’s prairie dogs are building their towns, and long term Ecological Research sites are concentrated. Tour includes a walk into picturesque Cibola Canyon, where seasonal water flows over exposed limestone bedrock and the surrounding area. Hiking will be 2-3 miles, moderate level, navigating sloping rock surfaces and sandy inclines. Space is limited, reservations required, call 505 864-4021 to make your reservations.
Sevilleta National Wildlife Refuge's Visitor Center and front gate's open hours are 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, Monday through SATURDAY Now! The Refuge' public trails are open sunrise to sunset. You are allowed to park at the entry gate and walk in to enjoy the trails when the Visitor Center and gate are not open. Restroom facilities are available at the Visitor Center during open hours.
Plan Your Visit
Showcasing Sevilleta National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center's Vast Colors!
Enjoy the detailed 53 page pamphlet linked below, which identifies various native flowers and flowering plants seen along the trails around the refuge's Visitor Center. Photographs and drawings of flowering plants are categorized by petal color. Cacti and tree flowers are also included. (The pamphlet guide may take a moment to load and open.)
Field Guide to Flowers / © Sheryl M. Mayfield