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 - February 22, 2026
Geology Hike
Hike starts promptly at 11am.
Local geology expert, Scott Renbarger will take you on an adventure through time to learn about the geology that makes Cerrillos Hills unique! Discover the ancient history that made the hills a cultural and natural resource for the area.
Meet at the state park entrance, 44 Camino Turquesa, 1/2 mile north of Cerrillos Village on County Rd 59. 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 - February 28, 2026
Amigos in the Park
We will be meeting at the picnic tables, halfway up the road in the park. 1-3pm
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 work gloves, a sunhat, wear layers, snacks and water.
Saturday - May 02, 2026
Amigos’ Art in the Park and annual Turquoise Trail Pack Burro Race
Join us in the village of Cerrillos for a fun day featuring local artists with work for sale, live music and bake sale. Enjoy a presentation by the New Mexico Wildlife Center. Held along with the annual Pack Burro Race. Support our annual fundraiser for the Park. The artists are set up on the grounds of the State Park visitor center from 9am-3pm.
The Pack Burro Race with 60 teams will start at 10am on First Street. Racers and their burros run a 3 or 6 mile course in the state park. This is a timed event with an awards ceremony afterwards.
For more information on the pack burro race - https://www.nmpackburros.com/
Tuesday - January 01, 2030
Mining History of the Cerrillos Hills
Cerrillos Amigos would like to share a video we think everyone would enjoy. In Mining History of the Cerrillos Hills, historian Bill Baxter describes the beginnings of the area's first mines. Cerrillos Hills State Park contains 5+ miles of trails and is located on the southern edge of the Cerrillos mining district.
Mining History of the Cerrillos Hills - YouTube