Roswell, New Mexico · Chaves County
Whether you own a backpack, mountain bike, horse, or motor home, adventure awaits you within the 1.5 million acres of public land and 4.6 million acres of Federal mineral estate managed by BLM's Roswell Field Office. Quality recreation can be found in the area's caves, off-highway vehicle areas, campgrounds, equestrian…
Whether you own a backpack, mountain bike, horse, or motor home, adventure awaits you within the 1.5 million acres of public land and 4.6 million acres of Federal mineral estate managed by BLM's Roswell Field Office. Quality recreation can be found in the area's caves, off-highway vehicle areas, campgrounds, equestrian areas, and historic sites, not to mention its exotic lava flows and other backcountry gems.
2909 West Second Street Roswell, NM 88201-2019
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Heading to Roswell Field Office? A few things to know before you go:
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