Willow Springs 357 AC Recreational Land

357 Acres Undeveloped Land in Socorro County

**Motivated Seller - Please bring offers** Discover the endless possibilities with 357 acres midway between Socorro and Truth or Consequences, within an east drive to Cibola National Forest, Elephant Butte Lake, and the Bosque Del Apache wildlife refuge. Equal drive from Albuquerque, Las Cruces, and Ruidoso Located within a Property Owners Association (POA) with covenants, this property offers privacy and maintained roads for easy access from I-25.

Situated just a few miles from I-25, the land is positioned between the foothills of the Magdalena Mountains and the Rio Grande River valley, offering panoramic views and a peaceful setting. Adjacent to BLM land, it provides direct access to vast open spaces, making it ideal for recreational activities like hiking, horseback riding, and wildlife viewing.

The property is less than 30 minutes from Elephant Butte Lake - New Mexico's largest body of water - and the scenic trails of the Cibola National Forest. It's also close to the Bosque del Apache Wildlife Refuge and the historic town of San Marcial, offering a blend of nature and history.

Nearby attractions include:

- Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge - famous for birdwatching sites with walking trails, auto loops, and guided tours.

- Elephant Butte Lake State Park- The largest lake in New Mexico offering boating, fishing, swimming, and camping.

- Magdalena Mountains for hiking, camping, and rock climbing. South Baldy (the highest peak) offers breathtaking views and cooler temperatures.

- Hot Springs - Numerous hot springs resorts and spas, including Riverbend Hot Springs with pools overlooking the Rio Grande.

- Spaceport America - The world's first purpose-built commercial spaceport.

- Very Large Array (VLA)- Iconic radio astronomy observatory featured in films like Contact.

- San Miguel Mission - One of the oldest surviving adobe churches in the U.S. built in the early 1600s

- Geronimo Springs Museum - Showcases local history, Native American artifacts, and relics from the Apache Wars.

- Historic Plazas in both Socorro and T or C

Airports in both Albuquerque and El Paso which are an easy 2 to 2 hour drive make this property an ideal location to explore central and western New Mexico.