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Drone Rules for El Malpais National Monument Visitor Center

Grants, New Mexico (nm) • United States
1900 E Santa Fe Ave, Grants, NM 87020, USA
Lat: 35.1186 • Lng: -107.829
Ground Not allowed Last updated: May 27, 2026

Drone operations are prohibited in El Malpais National Monument under National Park Service regulations.


Authorization Status

  • Recreational: ❌ 100% Banned
  • Commercial: ❌ Prohibited

Geographic Boundaries

Entire monument area including lava flows, caves, trails, wilderness zones, and visitor areas.

Regulations

  • National Park Service unmanned aircraft prohibition
  • 36 CFR §1.5
  • FAA 14 CFR Part 107

Penalties

  • Federal fines
  • Removal from park property
  • FAA civil penalties

Special Permissions

Only possible with written authorization from the National Park Service.

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