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Valles Caldera National Preserve

Valles Caldera Dark Skies Sign
Valles Caldera National Preserve Main Entrance. Photo by Marc Bailey.

About

Valles Caldera National Preserve is located at the heart of the Jemez Mountains in northern New Mexico. The preserve is known for its huge mountain meadows, abundant wildlife, meandering streams, and stunning views of the night sky. The preserve offers regular, ongoing 24-hour access to stargazing via at least six large pullouts. The preserve also offers many astronomy programs and nighttime recreation activities such as full moon hikes. 

Designated

2021

Category

International Dark Sky Park

Valles Caldera

Address

39201 NM-4
Jemez Springs, NM 87025
USA
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Contact

Dave Krueger
Website
Tel.: +1(505)-309-2620

Land Area

361 km2

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