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].
Sunday - June 15, 2025
History Lecture - After Coronado, Before Onate: The Rediscovery of New Mexico
Lecture begins at 2pm in the Cerrillos Hills State Park Visitor Center.
Join us for an insightful lecture with presenter, Alan Osborne of Southwest Seminars. After Coronado, Before Onate: The Rediscovery of New Mexico.
Saturday - June 21, 2025
Field Sketching in the Park
Hike begins promptly at 7pm, Cerrillos Hills State Park Main Entrance.
Engage with Cerrillos Hills Park in a creative way, at sunset! Hike with seasonal Park Ranger, Brynn Metheney, as she shares her methods of recording nature in a sketchbook. Recommended for ages 14 and up, accompanying parent is required for participants under 18. Visit cerrilloshills.org for a suggested materials list.
Wednesday - June 25, 2025
Ranger Hike
Hike starts promptly at 10am and ends around 12pm, Cerrillos Hills State Park Main Entrance.
Join park rangers for a midweek stroll through Cerrillos Hills State Park. Ask questions, enjoy nature and learn about the natural and cultural history of the area.
Meet at the state park entrance, 1/2 mile north of Cerrillos Village on County Rd 59. Parking is $5 for New Mexico residents (NM license plate or ID required). Out of state visitors, bring $10 exact cash or check to pay the parking fee.
Saturday - June 28, 2025
Moon Hike
Hike starts promptly at 7:30pm, Cerrillos Hills State Park Main Entrance.
Join this guided hike to learn interesting lunar facts and folklore! We will also take time to observe the moon through the park’s spotting telescope. Be prepared for hiking in low light conditions.
Meet at the state park entrance, 1/2 mile north of Cerrillos Village on County Rd 59. Parking is $5 for New Mexico residents (NM license plate or ID required). Out of state visitors, bring $10 exact cash or check to pay the parking fee.
Wednesday - December 31, 2025
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