New-Mexico Points of Interest

The Concrete Bowl TA-6-37


The Concrete Bowl Ta-6-37 is a popular point of interest located within the White Sands National Park in New Mexico. This historic structure was built in the early 1940s as a target for aerial bombing practice during World War II. Today, it stands as a unique and fascinating relic of the past.

Visitors who come to the Concrete Bowl Ta-6-37 can expect to see a large concrete structure resembling a bowl or amphitheater. The structure is approximately 200 feet in diameter and 28 feet tall, with walls that are 8 feet thick in some places. The bowl was used by military pilots for target practice during the war, and visitors may still see some evidence of the bombing, including pockmarks and blast scars on the surface.

Aside from its historical significance, the Concrete Bowl Ta-6-37 is also a popular destination for hiking and exploring. Visitors can take a short hike up to the bowl and explore the surrounding area, which offers stunning views of the White Sands dunes and nearby mountains.

Some of the unique things to see at the Concrete Bowl Ta-6-37 include the remains of old military vehicles and equipment that were used during the bombing practice. Visitors may also spot various species of wildlife, including lizards, snakes, and birds.

Overall, the Concrete Bowl Ta-6-37 is a must-see attraction for anyone visiting the White Sands National Park. Its fascinating history, unique structure, and stunning scenery make it a popular destination for tourists and locals alike. Get driving directions.
THE CONCRETE BOWL TA-6-37

Points of Interest
Location
200 Year Old Ponderosa Pine Tree
24 inch Ledge on trail
Alcove
Alcove House
Back Gate Guard Station
Battleship Bunker - Creutz Test TA-18-5
Battleship Bunker - Magnetic Method TA-18-2
Beginning of Ridge Trail Section
Beginning of The Narrows
Bench Area with Interpretive Sign
Big Kiva
Cave Loop \ Slot Canyon Trail Fork
CCC Historic District
Civilian Conservation Corps Exhibit
Dead tree snag across trail
East Road Drainage Structure
Entering BLM Land
Fallen Boulder Across Trail
Frijolito Pueblo
Gun Site TA-8-1; TA-8-2; TA-8-3; TA-8-172
K-Site TA-11-1; TA11-2; TA11-3
KKTR National Monument Informative Sign
KKTR National Monument Interpretive Sign
KKTR National Monument West Informative Sign
Long House
Painted Cave
Pond Cabin TA-18-29
Q-Site TA-14-6
Road to Veterans Memorial Scenic Overlook
Rock Terraces Across Trail
S-Site TA-16-58
Shelter Cave
Slot Canyon Entrance Bench Area
Slot Canyon National Rec Trail Scenic Overlook
Slotin Building TA-18-1
Switchback on Road to Veterans Memoral Overlook
Talus House
Tee-Pee Garden
The Concrete Bowl TA-6-37
The Narrows
The Quonset Hut TA-22-1
Tyounyi Pueblo
Typical Trail Along Ridge Section
Typical Trail Below Fault B
Typical trail west of The Narrows
Tyuonyi Overlook
V-Site TA-16-516 and TA-16-517
Veterans Memorial Scenic Overlook
West Road Drainage Structure
White Rock County Visitor Center
Yapashi

Nearby Camping
Location Campsites Reservations Toilets Showers Elevation
Juniper - Bandelier National Monument 66 6,673 ft
Riana - Abiquiu Reservoir 53 6,462 ft
Cochiti - Cochiti Lake 60 5,543 ft
Tetilla Peak - Cochiti Lake 51 5,553 ft