City of Rocks State Park
"Lordsburg visitors often stop at the park while traveling across southwestern New Mexico. It is a popular detour for those looking for a unique landscape and a quiet place to camp."
City of Rocks State Park features a surreal field of towering rock columns and boulders that resemble a stone city. It is especially known for primitive and developed camping, scenic walks, and exceptional night skies.
Rockhound State Park
"Lordsburg travelers use Rockhound as a scenic stop on trips across southwest New Mexico. The park offers a quieter outdoor experience than the highway corridor."
Rockhound State Park offers a unique hands-on experience with designated rock-collecting areas, desert hiking, and panoramic views of the Florida Mountains. Its quiet setting and mild winter weather make it a favorite stop for campers, rockhounds, and road-trippers.
Pancho Villa State Park
"Lordsburg residents and travelers passing through often stop for the park's museum and border history. It offers a worthwhile detour for those exploring the southwest corner of the state."
Pancho Villa State Park combines a small museum and interpretive displays with the historic grounds of the 1916 raid on Columbus. The park also provides a peaceful setting for picnicking, wildlife viewing, and exploring the unique borderlands of southern New Mexico.