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Stallion Wilderness Study Area

Bureau of Land Management
DesignationWilderness
StateNM
Managed byBureau of Land Management
Best seasonApr–Oct
On the map
Map showing the location of Stallion Wilderness Study Area

About Stallion Wilderness Study Area

The Stallion WSA is located in central New Mexico, approximately 15 miles east of Socorro. The area is composed of escarpments, box canyons, rolling foothills, mountains, and badlands. The vegetation is typical of the upper Chihuahuan Desert. It is a semi-arid area that is known for its rugged terrain and near vertical escarpments that reach elevations of 7,100 feet. The mountainous topography and numerous rock outcrops are attractive to birds of prey.

Things to do

HikingWildernessDispersed campingStargazingBird watching

When to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Best Apr–OctAverage low–high: 49–73°FAverage monthly sunny share of daylight: 72%2.0 wet days / month
Weather data & source

Each figure averages the highlighted months. 2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

Plan your visit

Stallion Wilderness Study Area is managed by Bureau of Land Management. Check current conditions, permits, and reservations before you go.

See it on Recreation.gov →