Events
Cerrillos Hills State Park offers a full range of recreational, educational and nature-based programs held throughout the year. Activities include native grass & wildflower hikes, bird watching, landscape photography, geology, snakes, high desert animals, star gazing, lunar facts and lore with the ranger & talented guest speakers.
From cultural and historical facets, to natural history and traditional programs, you’re invited to learn, to play and to enjoy! We encourage families, friends and youth to enjoy the great outdoors.
For more information about any of the events listed below, please contact Cerrillos Hills State Park (505) 474-0196 or email [email protected].
Tuesday - January 13, 2026
Ranger Hike
Hike starts promptly at 10am, Cerrillos Hills State Park Main Entrance.
Join Park Rangers for a midweek trek through Cerrillos Hills State Park. Ask questions, enjoy nature, and learn about the natural and cultural history of the area. Generally, this hike lasts about 2 hours, and the route and subject matter will vary.
Meet at the state park entrance, 44 Camino Turquesa, 1/2 mile north of Cerrillos Village on County Rd 59. Hike starts promptly at 10am. Parking is free for New Mexico residents (NM license plate or ID required, October - April). Out of state visitors, bring $10 exact cash or check to pay the parking fee.
Saturday - January 24, 2026
Amigos in the Park
We will be meeting at the picnic tables, north of the main parking area, in the park. 11am start time.
Join fellow Amigos for a day of trail clean-up! Ranger Brynn and Amigos will set out to remove invasive Russian thistle on Escalante and Coyote Trail. This event is open to all! Amigos who plan to attend should bring heavy duty work gloves, a sunhat, wear layers, snacks and water. Trash bags will be provided.
Bring a packed lunch to enjoy at the picnic tables afterward!
Saturday - January 31, 2026
All About Owls
Program starts promptly at 1pm, Cerrillos Hills State Park Visitor Center.
Join Interpretive Ranger Brynn to learn about the anatomy and adaptations of owls! New Mexico is home to several owl species and each of them have unique abilities to survive in the arid southwest. Come discover more about these fascinating birds of prey!
Parking is free at the Visitor Center but donations to the Amigos are appreciated.
Image: Herb Elliot; Cornell Lab of Ornithology / Macaulay Library
Friday - January 01, 2027
Mining History of the Cerrillos Hills
Cerrillos Amigos would like to share a video we think everyone would enjoy. In the Mining History of the Cerrillos Hills, historian Bill Baxter describes the beginnings of the area's first mines. Cerrillos Hills State Park contains a little over 5 miles of trails and is located on the southern edge of the Cerrillos mining district.
Mining History of the Cerrillos Hills - YouTube