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El Malpais National Monument
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El Malpais National Monument
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A desert area covered in lava that shelters numerous caves. Great for hiking.
Overview of El Malpais National Monument
This is a desert area covered in lava that shelters numerous caves. It’s a great spot for hiking.
Key Facts
- Type of place: national park.
- Tourist interest: (worth a stop if you are in the area).
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- Annual visitors: 105,000 (2012).
- Area: 462.46 km².
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- Website: www.nps.gov/elma
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