Duran, NM

Full City Profile · New Mexico · Torrance County County

3.8 /5.0

B+ Good

17 Population 4/sq mi density

56°F Avg Temperature 318 sunny days/yr

B+

Overall

3.8 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

C+

Safety

2.5 / 5.0

0 violent crimes/100K

A+

Education

5.0 / 5.0

0.0% bachelor's degree or higher

Parks & Recreation in Duran (5)

Manzano Mountains State Park

State Park

1,700 acres. Open Access

Entrance: $0

Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument

National Monument

Tucked away in the middle of New Mexico you’ll find Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument. Its three distinct sites offer a glimpse into a unique time in history—a time entrenched with cultural borrowing, conflict and struggles. These sites continue to stand as reminders of the Spanish and Puebl...

Entrance: $0

Activities: Astronomy, Stargazing, Food, Picnicking, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Tours - Walking, Hiking, Front-Country Hiking, Junior Ranger Program, Wildlife Watching, Birdwatching, Park Film, Museum Exhibits, Sh...

Weather: Salinas Pueblo Missions is located at an elevation of 6100-6500 ft (1860-1980 m) in an arid climate. Average annual rainfall is about 15 inches. Winters can be cold and snowy. Summer highs are above 9...

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Santa Rosa Lake State Park

State Park

217 acres. Open Access

Entrance: $0

Sumner Lake State Park

State Park

904 acres. Open Access

Entrance: $0

Villanueva State Park

State Park

1,603 acres. Open Access

Entrance: $0