City of Rocks, SP, NM

Had a quiet night at "City of Rocks" state park in New Mexico. This is a small park, a geological wonder that rests beneath some of the darkest skies in the country. This makes it a perfect location for star gazing and they even have their own observatory. Unfortunately for us,"star Gazing Parties" are held on Friday and Saturday and today (Wednesday) we leave for Rock Hound SP.

From a distance, the rock formations look like buildings scattered throughout a city, thus: "City of Rocks" SP.

Most camp sites are located among the rocks a good distance apart from other campers. The campers in the background are located at the electric sites which are closer together.

These formations were created 33 million years ago, from a volcanic eruption, 1,000 times greater than Mount St. Helen's in 1980.

Here we are tucked safely behind some rocks, enjoying the park and the warm temperatures.

Safe travels and thanks for stopping by.