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Pecos National Historical Park

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Information Ride Share Services - pickup limited

Taxi and ride-share services are often not available in Pecos. Even if services like Uber and Lyft will bring you here, it can be very difficult to secure a ride out. Please ensure you have a departure plan in place before being dropped off at Pecos.

Straight from the US National Park Service, refreshed several times a day.

Pecos National Historical Park is a site that preserves the history of the Pecos Pueblo and the Spanish colonial period. Visitors come to explore the ruins of ancient dwellings and the remnants of a 17th-century mission, reflecting the area's rich cultural heritage.

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The park also serves as a memorial to the diverse histories that shaped the region. It offers a chance to walk through landscapes that have witnessed centuries of change, making it a thoughtful destination for those interested in history and archaeology.

In pictures

A grid of partial stone walls
A grid of partial stone walls

Things to do

Hiking Glorieta Pass Battlefield
90-150 Minutes · Winter/Spring

Hiking the 2.25-mile Glorieta Pass Battlefield Trail will lead you through part of New Mexico's Civil War hist...
Hiking the Ancestral Sites Trail
40-90 Minutes · Winter/Spring

This trail gives you a glimpse into the past as you pass by the ancestral sites of the Pecos Pueblo and the mi...
Walking the South Pasture Loop
90-150 Minutes · Winter/Spring

Walking the South Pasture Loop Trail offers visitors the chance to enjoy a quieter side of the park.
Fishing at Pecos NHP
Spring/Summer

Fishing along the Pecos gives visitors an opportunity to experience the park in a special way.

Practical

At a glance

Established
1965
Open
Daily 8:00AM - 4:30PM
Accessibility
some trails are wheelchair accessible
Address
Pecos National Historical Park, Pecos, NM 87552
Opening hours
Daily 8:00AM - 4:30PM
Phone
5057577241
Price
Free
Website
www.nps.gov

Things to know

Expect limited cell service in the park.
Bring water and snacks, as amenities are sparse.
Check for seasonal weather conditions before visiting.
Wear sturdy shoes for walking on uneven terrain.

Photo: NPS Photo