Bandelier New Mexico

Bandelier National Monument

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Bandelier National Monument is 50 square miles of the Pajarito Plateau, on the slopes of the Jemez Volcanic field in the Jemez Mountains. Over 70% of … See more

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Sep 1, 2024
This was my forth visit over the past 25+ years. Wonderful as always. One ladder accessed dwelling was closed due to 'vandalism' which was upsetting; who does that?? The folks who are now running th… Full review by Ben S
Aug 30, 2024
Impressive! Easy and paved hikes. Alcove is pretty intense bc of the steep ladders! Im not afraid of heights but this gave me chills! Amazing historical site and amazing story behind! PLEASE BE R… Full review by coolmammaa
Aug 27, 2024
Amazing loop hike from the visitor’s center that allows you to view much of the historic area of the park. Longer hikes are available to view more of the area. Arrive before 9:00 am and you can park … Full review by Gerry A
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Bandelier National Monument is a 33,677-acre United States National Monument near Los Alamos in Sandoval and Los Alamos counties…
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Spread over a grand 33,000 acres (13354.626 hectares), the Bandelier National Monument is actually a mountainous area lined with historic…
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Architect:Lyle Bennett
Date founded:1916
Architectural style:Pueblo Revival
Visitors:200,741 (2019)

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We are considering stopping to visit on our trip at the end of April. Is this a good time of year for a visit?
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Yes spring is perfect time to visit but prepare for rains. Sometimes the weather can be unpredictable.
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Thinking about staying at the park until sunset. Any hints or tips for stargazing at that point? I know we'd have to leave the …
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Thinking about staying at the park until sunset. Any hints or tips for stargazing at that point? I know we'd have to leave the park. Any good restaurants open late that way? How is the drive back to Santa Fe in the dark?
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There are a couple of restaurants in Los Alamos, but a much larger selection back in Santa Fe. The drive in the dark should really be no problem. The roads are relatively straight and …
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There are a couple of restaurants in Los Alamos, but a much larger selection back in Santa Fe. The drive in the dark should really be no problem. The roads are relatively straight and well marked. I would plan an hour to get back to Santa Fe.
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I've read a few reviews that say go early. Is this an absolute must? I can see where it might be since all Pueblos …
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I've read a few reviews that say go early. Is this an absolute must? I can see where it might be since all Pueblos remain closed to visitors. We would be going on a Thursday afternoon. Mom will be accompanying, and while she is mobile, she's not one for hiking. Is this outing worth pursuing given these issues?
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There will be less people on a weekday. Mom could do the easy hike to the first set of cliff dwellings, but would just have to wait and watch you as you climbed the ladders to actually see …
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There will be less people on a weekday. Mom could do the easy hike to the first set of cliff dwellings, but would just have to wait and watch you as you climbed the ladders to actually see the small “caves” in the hillside. I would forget about doing the Alcove House/ long hike with Mom. If Mom is independent she could get coffee and a snack in the little cafe and read a book while the rest of you did those hikes- about 2.5 hours depending on how many people you must wait on to go up and down the various ladders.
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Hi there- thinking of visiting in the next few weeks. We're not hikers though and are hoping to drive through and get out, …
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Hi there- thinking of visiting in the next few weeks. We're not hikers though and are hoping to drive through and get out, take a walk or small hike. Is this possible and worth our time?
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Yes, it’s an easy walk. You can choose to hike or climb up steep areas if you want, but not necessary. There’s sidewalk through the 1st half & a walk through the woods on the 2nd half.
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Who used to live here and where did they come from?
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Most people agree that the Ancestral Pueblo culture emerged from hunter and gatherer societies that had been living in the Four Corners area for thousands of years. The introduction of...
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