Lodging can be found just 20 minutes away at a variety of motels. We also have an RV site or more luxurious accommodations 56 miles north, in Albuquerque. From Albuquerque to Belen, there is a wide variety of fine restaurants, with great opportunities for shopping and other recreation, from sports to symphony.

From Albuquerque:

Drive South on I-25 approximately 50 miles to the Bernardo (#175) exit. Head East on 60 for about 3.5 miles to Junction 304. Turn right, heading for the Village of La Joya. After crossing the third cattle guard (about 6 miles) turn left. At the fork in the road, stay left (watch for the Rancho de La Joya sign with the pheasant). Go for about a mile and turn right into the Rancho de La Joya gate. Follow the signs to the Sporting Clays Course.

From Socorro:

Head North on I-25 approximately 25 miles to the Bernardo (#175) exit. Head East on 60 for about 3.5 miles to Junction 304. Turn right, heading for the Village of La Joya. After crossing the third cattle guard (about 6 miles) turn left. At the fork in the road, stay left (watch for the Rancho de La Joya sign with the pheasant). Go for about a mile and turn right into the Rancho de La Joya gate. Follow the signs to the Sporting Clays Course.

Adjacent to La Joya State Game Refuge
56 Miles South of Albuquerque
Take the U.S. 60 exit.
East side of the Rio Grande.