Visitor Information

Whitfield Wildlife Conservation Area Visitors' and Education Center and site is open to the public free of charge. 

• Go birding and wildlife watching
• Read & research in the Dr. Richard Becker Library
• Explore the area's habitats
• Hike Whitfield's trail: 1 mile flat dirt trail at Whitfield
• Visit the Rio Abajo Botanical Garden at Whitfield 

Address: 2424 Highway 47

Belen, NM 87002

Visiting Hours and Operation:

• Starting February 25th, Whitfield grounds will be open to the public Thursday through Saturday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. For the safety of our staff and visitors, the District Office/Visitor's Center building and restrooms will remain closed