Bandelier National Monument

Journey back in time with a visit to Bandelier National Monument. See what it was like when the ancestors of modern Pueblo people followed herds through what is now one of New Mexico’s most fascinating natural areas.

Bandelier’s History. Visit the remains of cave and cliff dwellings in Bandelier National Monument, and imagine what it must have been like for nomadic tribes 10,000 years ago. Since that time, the area has been home on and off to a variety of settlers, including the ancestral pueblo people and, in the 1700s, Spanish settlers. In 1916, the area was declared a national monument, most of which is wilderness area of forests, canyons, and mesa. [Top]

Inn At Santa Fe near Bandelier. Located just 30 miles from Bandelier National Monument in New Mexico, the Inn At Santa Fe offers newly renovated accommodations in a boutique setting. All of the hotel's guestrooms are equipped with the latest in amenities, including complimentary high-speed Internet access, 32-inch flat screen televisions (HDTV) with premium cable channels, and in-room safe boxes. You’ll also find an onsite fitness center, heated outdoor swimming pool, spa and sauna, and a full complimentary full American breakfast. Come to New Mexico to explore Bandelier and treat yourself to exceptional accommodations in Santa Fe. [Top]

Bandelier Dwellings. The most popular area for visiting in Bandelier National Monument is Frijoles Canyon, which was settled by the Spanish in the mid-18th century. The anthropologist, Adolph Bandelier, visited in 1880 and studied the ancient pueblo dwellings. Some were carved into the rock, others were formed naturally by caves. In the 1930s and 40s, the CCC worked to build a road, trails, the visitor center, and lodge. [Top]

Activities in Bandelier. Depending on your interests, there are plenty of exciting activities in Bandelier National Monument, from hour-long interpretive hikes with a park ranger to backpacking expeditions over several nights. Horseback riding is allowed, but there are no commercial tours at this time. Those with privately owned horses or stock animals can ride with a park permit, which is free of charge. [Top]

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