El Morro National Monument
A portion of the Headland Trail is closed due to ongoing restoration work. Access to the trail will now close at 2:30 pm daily. All hikers must be off the trails by 4:45 pm.
A portion of the Inscription Loop Trail is closed due to recent rockfall. Be aware of potential falling rock along the trail system.
Straight from the US National Park Service, refreshed several times a day.
El Morro National Monument is a historical site in New Mexico, known for its sandstone cliffs and ancient inscriptions. Travelers visit to explore the remnants of a 17th-century Spanish outpost and to learn about the area's rich cultural history.
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The monument features a variety of hiking trails that lead to the top of the cliffs, offering views of the surrounding landscape. Visitors can see petroglyphs and inscriptions left by travelers over centuries, making it a place of reflection and appreciation for history.
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At a glance
- Opened
- 1906
- Open
- Daily 9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Accessibility
- some trails are steep, not all areas accessible
- Opening hours
- Daily 9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Phone
- 5057834226
- Price
- Free
- Website
- www.nps.gov
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Photo: NPS Photo