Exploring New Mexico since 1952.

Organized adventures for both novice & experts

For 70 years, members of the New Mexico Mountain Club have been hiking and climbing the mountains, canyons and mesas of New Mexico, neighboring states and the world. We offer members various levels of hiking and rock climbing activities almost every weekend, as well as overnight and extended trips. Become a member today and join us on some of the best hiking & rock climbing offered in New Mexico.

Hiking SECTION

Outings in our Hike Section include day hiking, backpacking, car camping and snow shoeing trips.

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Before Your First Hike!

Members participating in the Hike Section are encouraged to read our documentation to understand how events are managed, what to bring and what is expected of you.

Climbing SECTION

Our Climb Section allows appropriately skilled members to participate in organized rock climbing outings. 

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Before Your First Climb!

Members participating in the Climb Section are encouraged to read the Climb Section’s Policies & Procedures to ensure events run safely, smoothly and efficiently.

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Top Rope & Trad at the Big Enchilada, White Rock. Led by NMMC Climb Section Leader Mark S. #nmmc #newmexicomountainclub #newmexicoclimbinggroup #toprope #bigenchiladanm #tradclimbing #tradclimcingnnm #whiterock #learntradclimbing #climbnewmexico
National Hispanic Cultural Center to Rio Bravo (Class 1+). Led by NMMC Hike Section Leader Janis P. #riogranderivernm #bosquenm #nmmc #hikewithnmmc #hikingclubnm #bosquetrails #happyhikers #hikethe505 #bosquesouthwestnm #heron
Narrows Rim Trail (Class 2). Led by NMMC Hike Section Leader Jennifer B. #nmmc #newmexicomountainclub #hikinggroupnm #hikewithfriends #elmalpais #narrowsrimtrailnm #sandstonebluffs #hikingclubnm #nmpetroglyphs #hikewithnmmc
Mesa de Guadalupe (Moderate/Difficult). Led by NMMC Hike Section Leader Doug F. #nmmc #newmexicomountainclub #mesadeguadalupe #hikinggroupnm #hikingclubnm ##offtrailhikingadventures #hikingadventuresnm #newmexicohikinggroup #hikefordays #newmexicotru
2025 February General Meeting Climb Section Presentations Wednesday, February 19, 2025 7pm-9pm Join us for our 2025 February General Meeting, where we'll shine a spotlight on the adventures and stories of our active Climb Section. This meeting, ho
Chupadera Peak (Class 2) Led by NMMC Hike Section Leader Peter M. #nmmc #newmexicomountainclub #newmexicohikinggroup #hikenewmexico #chupaderapeak #desertinthesky #adventurehiking #hikeforlife #newmexicotrue #chupaderawildernessarea #hikewithfriends
Last Chance Canyon. Led by NMMC Climb Section Leader Tim. #lastchancecanyonclimbing #sportclimbingnm #nmmc #newmexicomountainclub #steepjughauls #campandclimbnm #climbinggroupnewmexico #verticalfaces #thinedgessport #newmexicotrue
Upper Poleo Canyon Exploration (Class 2+ E). Led by NMMC Hike Section Leader Corey N. #nmmc #newmexicomountainclub #canyonexploration #canyonsofnm #poleocanyonnm #adventuretime #NMhikingclub #NMhikinggroup #playtime #scrambletime #sandstoneofNM #gyps
Exploring San Luis Mesa (Class 2) Led by NMMC Hike Section Leader Michael G. #nmmc #newmexicomountainclub #explorenewmexico #newmexicohikinggroup #sanluismesa #riogranderivervalley #nmtrue #desertruins #joinnmmc #ranchingsettlers #hardknocklife
Polvadera Panorama -Rockorama-Birdorama (Class 2) Hosted by NMMC Hike Section Leader Derek. #nmmc #newmexicomountainclub #newmexicocranes #hikenewmexico #hikinggroupnewmexico #adventurenewmexico #polvadera #socorronewmexico #hikeforlife #cranesinflig
In Memory of Gerry Moore (NMMC Trip Leader & Long-Time Member) It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of longtime NM Mountain Club Member and Hike Section Trip Leader Gerry Moore. Our sincere condolences to his wife Sharon, family
Climb & Camp: Red Rock Canyon For Thanksgiving 2024 (Nevada). Led by NMMC Climb Section Leader Anna B. #nmmc #newmexicomountainclub #climbing #redrocksclimbing #climbwithfriends #climbandcamp #Redrockholiday #desertfossils #badwaterbasin #joinnmm
2024 NM Mountain Club t-shirt in the wild
Local New Mexico climber and photographer Eric Bowes has partnered up with the New Mexico Search and Rescue Council to sell a rock climbing calendar as part of a fundraiser for the NMSAR Medical Coordinator program. The calendars feature stunning pho
Window Rock & Gate of Hell (Class 2) Exploratory. North of Espanola. Led by NMMC Hike Section Leader Olivia L. #nmmc #newmexicomountainclub #newmexicohikingadventures #basaltdykes #windowrocknm #gateofhellnm #hikewithfriends #enjoytheoutdoors #ex
Badlands Bonanaza! (Class 2+) Exploratory. Led by NMMC Hike Section Leader Melissa R. #nmmc #newmexicomountainclub #newmexicohikingadventures #hikeforlife #deserthiking #badlands #newmexicobadlands #badlandsexploring #hoodoos #nmadventuretime #explor
Medallion Hike #5 (Class 3) Led by NMMC Hike Section Leader Robert E. #nmmc #newmexicomountainclub #newmexicohikinggroup #medalliontrees #nmhikingadventures #hikenewmexico #sandiahiking #medallionhunting
Medallion Hike #4 - (Class 2) Led by NMMC Hike Section Leader Robert E. #nmmc #newmexicomountainclub #hikenewmexico #sandiamountains #nmtrue #nmhikingadventures #sandiahiking #medalliontrees

Next Upcoming Meeting

In Memory of Gerry Moore

New Mexico Mountain Club
Choosing adventure since 1952!
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BOOK LIBRARY

The NM Mountain Club maintains a library of books available for all Club members to checkout. Use the following spreadsheet to peruse our collection:

2025 Club Meetings

  • January 8th - Board Meeting

  • January 15th - General Meeting

  • February 19th - General Meeting

  • March12th - Board Meeting

  • April 16th - General Meeting

  • May 14th - Board Meeting

  • June 18th - General Meeting

  • July 12th - Social Event

  • August 13th - Board Meeting

  • August 20th - General Meeting

  • September 20th - Social Event

  • October 15th - General Meeting

  • November 12th - Board Meeting

  • December 13th - Social Event

General Meetings held at 7pm at:
Immanuel Presbyterian Church
114 Carlisle Blvd SE
Albuquerque, NM 87106

Board Meetings held at 7pm via Zoom

NM Mountain Club History

The New Mexico Mountain Club was founded in January 1952 by a small group of Albuquerque enthusiasts eager to get outside to explore with other like-minded individuals. Learn More