Cerrillos Hills
Geology Hike Local geology expert, Scott Renbarger will take you on an adventure through time to learn about the geology that makes Cerrillos Hills unique! Discover ancient history that made the hills a cultural and natural resource for the area. This hike will be a 1.5-mile loop and will include hiking up hills and some uneven surfaces.
Fees: Regular Entrance Fee
Contact: Park Staff 505-474-0196
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Cerrillos Hills
Star Party Venture into Cerrillos Hills State Park to look into the starry night sky! Our telescope will be set up to enjoy views of star clusters, nebula, distant galaxies and the planet Saturn. Meet at the State Park Entrance. Our telescope will be located in the upper parking lot near the vault toilet.
Fees: Regular Entrance Fee
Contact: Park Staff 505-474-0196

Cerrillos Hills
Stuffing Strut Join our post-holiday ramble through the Cerrillos Hills. Strut your stuff and leave those turkeys behind! This hike will be a 1.5-mile loop and will include hiking up hills and some uneven surfaces.
Fees: Regular Entrance Fee
Contact: Ranger Brynn 505-474-0196
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Cerrillos Hills
Birding Walk Join Ranger Brynn on a birding walk to glimpse birds in Cerrillos Hills State Park! Bring your binoculars, or borrow ours, and learn how to identify birds in the juniper/pinon woodland. This walk will be .5 miles and may include some slow elevation gain.
Fees: Regular Entrance Fee
Contact: Ranger Brynn 505-474-0196
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Cerrillos Hills
First Day Hike Celebrate the New Year and Cerrillos Hills State Park's 14th consecutive First Day Hike! This year's edition will feature a trivia contest with prizes and interactive frivolity! The planned route will allow a mid-point drop off giving you 1.5 miles for your first hike of 2026. The full hike will cover just over 3 miles. Expect some hiking uphill and varied surfaces ranging from sandy to rocky. Pack snacks, and water, and wear sturdy shoes. Dogs are welcome but must be on a leash at all times.
Fees: Regular Entrance Fee
Contact: Park Staff 505-474-0196