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| El Malpais National Monument |
| El Malpais means the badlands but this volcanic area holds many surprises. Lava flows, cinder cones, pressure ridges and complex lava tubes dominate the landscape. A closer look reveals high desert environments where animals and plants thrive. Prehistoric ruins, ancient cairns, rock structures, and homesteads remind us of past times. |
| 123 East Roosevelt Avenue |
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| Grants |
| NM |
| 87020 |
| El Malpais National Monument and Conservation Area are always open to visitors except Sandstone Bluffs Overlook, whic closes at dusk. |
| Free |
| (505) 783-4774 |
| http://www.nps.gov/elma/index.htm |
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