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KLRU · LAS CRUCES, NM

Dripping Springs Natural Area

Hike the west side of the Organ Mountains or picnic near the visitor center. Follow Dripping Springs Road to its end. The listed phone is the BLM district office.

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Website checked Nov 10, 2026 · LAS CRUCES INTL

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Before you go

Call to confirm hours.

Best days: Trails 7 AM to sunset. Visitor center 8 AM–5 PM.

Call the FBO 575-525-4300 Official website ↗

Ground-visit planning only. Use current aviation sources for weather, NOTAMs, airport restrictions and aircraft suitability.

From the airplane to your destination

Off airport. The city says local rental agencies can collect passengers at KLRU. Reserve a car, identify your FBO and agree on the return before departure.

Aircraft parking

Published source

Arrange a tiedown and confirm fees and return-gate access with Francis Aviation (575-526-6341) or Southwest Aviation (575-524-8047). Confirm overnight parking for stays.

Source ↗Checked 2026-11-10

Getting to the entrance

Call to confirm

The pedestrian route and gate access have not been verified. Ask before leaving the aircraft.

Ground transportation

Published source

Off airport. The city says local rental agencies can collect passengers at KLRU. Reserve a car, identify your FBO and agree on the return before departure.

Source ↗Checked 2026-11-10

Reservations & arrival times

Call to confirm

Confirm hours, availability and any reservation requirements.

Facilities

Call to confirm

Restrooms, showers and other visitor facilities have not been independently confirmed.

Airport & FBO contacts

FBOs
Francis Aviation · 575-526-6341Source ↗ · Source checked 2026-11-10Francis Aviation 575-526-6341. The city gives 575-524-8048 for Southwest Aviation, one digit different from the operator.
Southwest Aviation · 575-524-8047Source ↗ · Source checked 2026-11-10Southwest publishes 575-524-8047 for its Las Cruces FBO.
Published contacts so far; this may not include every FBO. Confirm parking, fees and restaurant access directly.
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  • Check trip-date trail conditions and arrange a return ride before leaving KLRU.
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