Veranito Wilderness Study Area · NM · Trailwind

Veranito Wilderness Study Area is a designated wilderness area in New Mexico, managed by the Bureau of Land Management.About Veranito Wilderness Study Area The Veranito WSA is located in central New Mexico approximately five miles east of Socorro. The area is characterized by a series of undulating, parallel ridges cut by numerous arroyos. It is interspersed with low-lying hills and a low elevation east-facing escarpment. The vegetation is typical of the upper Chihuahuan Desert.Things to do at Veranito Wilderness Study Area

Hiking

Birding

Dispersed Camping

Photography

Stargazing

Wilderness

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Managed by: Bureau of Land Management

Designation: designated wilderness area

State: New Mexico

6 recorded activities

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