From the volcano Little Black Peak lava flowed along the bottom of Tularosa Basin in two active flows. This formed the 40 miles of the Carrizozo Malpais. Accessible from the Valley of Fires recreation area we get a chance to walk along the historic flows dated to be around 5,200 years old.
After staying strong for many years the forces of weather have finally split the rock in two. Plants now take their turn growing in the new opening with the rocks. Available in all sizes, order name VF-003
Gentle ribbons of the lava rock cooled forming the patterns that have endured for countless years. A little cactus has just started to grow within the dirt that was caught upon crevices of the rock. Available in all sizes, order name VF-009
A line of blooming plants that leads to a small overhang that provides some relief from the midday sun. Available in all sizes, order name VF-010
Through the brambles of a tree, the twigs connect to the brambles of a further tree held aloft be the lava flow. As flowers bloom all around it. Available in all sizes, order name VF-013
Heading up the Valley of Fire recreation area is an overview of the trail people can walk along to explore the history. Available in all sizes, order name VF-001