A Closer Look Along the Lava Trail
A hiker pauses for a closer look at the rugged ground near the Zuni-Acoma Trailhead in El Malpais National Monument. Walking stick in hand, she examines the lichen-covered volcanic terrain surrounded by junipers and hardy high-desert vegetation. The moment captures the quieter side of exploring New Mexico, where the smallest details can be just as fascinating as the sweeping landscape.
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Photographer
James Engel
Date & Time
Saturday, March 28th, 2026 at 5:29 PM America/Denver
Focal Length
24mm
Shutter Speed
1/50 sec
Aperture
ƒ/11
ISO
160
Location
North America, The United States of America, New Mexico, El Malpais National Monument, Zuni-Acoma Trailhead Area
Keywords
Desert Landscape, Hiking Trail, Juniper, Landscapes & Nature, Lava Field, Lichen, National Park, People, Plant, Rock, Volcanic Rock, Johnnie Engel
Camera
Nikon D850
Approximate Map Location
Latitude: 34.954998
Longitude: -107.942322
Altitude: 2,103.0 meters / 6,899.6 feet
Longitude: -107.942322
Altitude: 2,103.0 meters / 6,899.6 feet