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Bandelier National Monument

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Bandelier's 33,000 acres protect cultural sites, wilderness, and nature found on the Pajarito Plateau

The park is 50 square miles of the Pajarito Plateau, on the slopes of the Jemez Volcanic field. It ranges in elevation from about 5000' along the Rio Grande to over 10,000' at the rim of the Valles Caldera, providing for a wide range of life zones and wildlife habitat. There are only 3 miles of road, but over 70 miles of hiking trails. Check out our photos to get an idea of the striking landscape, and come by the Visitor Center for information on things to see and do.

10/13/2026

The Tsankawi Unit of Bandelier will be closed starting today, Tuesday, October 13, 2026, through Wednesday, October 21st for parking lot maintenance and for staging and moving of materials for a trails and visitor improvement project. Materials for this project will be staged in the parking area. A helicopter will be onsite to move the material from the parking lot to the mesa. During this time, Tsankawi will be unsafe for visitors to be in the area during this operation.

Frijoles Canyon, including the Pueblo Loop Trail, Visitor Center, WNP Park Store, and Cafe, will remain unaffected by this closure.

NPS Photo / S. King / A deeply carved path winding through white rock, junipers and a blue and white cloudy sky appears in the background.

10/09/2026

Fall Fiesta begins tomorrow! 🎉Even as leaves change, the traditions of the people who have called these canyons home remain. The 2026 Fall Fiesta will be held at the Visitor Center on Saturday, October 10th through Sunday, October 11th, from 9am-4pm each day. Events will include:
🖌Cultural demonstrations
🎵Pueblo Dance Groups
🥾Ranger guided talks & walks
🍂A Navajo Rug show and talks from Hubbell Trading Post
✏Activities for Junior Rangers of all ages
🚌 If you plan to join us, plan ahead! Bandelier has extremely limited parking, plan to arrive before 10 AM or after 3 PM for the best chances of securing a parking spot near the Visitor Center. When parking fills, visitors will be required to ride the shuttle from the Frey Trail parking lot to the main Visitor Center parking lot. Shuttles run 10:30 AM to 4:45 PM.
🔗For more information visit our website at www.nps.gov/band and visit our Fall Fiesta page 🍁

NPS Graphic promoting fall fiesta, changing leaves, enduring traditions; featuring maroon background, colorful leaves, and pueblo artifacts.

10/08/2026

The Tsankawi Unit of Bandelier will be closed from Friday, October 16th to Wednesday, October 21st for staging and moving of materials for a trails and visitor improvement project.
Materials for this project will be staged in the parking area. A helicopter will be onsite to move the material from the parking lot to the mesa. During this time, Tsankawi will be unsafe for visitors to be in the area.
NPS Photo / M. Keel: A deeply carved path winding through white rock with mountains in the background.

10/06/2026

Happy Balloon Fiesta! 🎈Here at Bandelier, we're expecting increased visitation through mid-October. To make the most of your visit:

🚌Plan Ahead! Bandelier has extremely limited parking, plan to arrive before 10 AM or after 3 PM for the best chances of securing a parking spot near the Visitor Center. When parking fills, visitors will be required to ride the shuttle from the Frey Trail parking lot to the main Visitor Center parking lot. Shuttles run 10:30 AM to 4:45 PM.
🐦Be an early bird! Frijoles Canyon, Tsankawi, and all park trails are open to hiking from dawn to dusk. The Bandelier Visitor Center is Open 9AM-5PM.
🎪The National Parks of New Mexico will have a booth at the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta that is staffed by park rangers and volunteers from all over the state. Come say hello and learn about the 15 National Park Service sites in New Mexico!
🍂Join us on October 10th-11th for Bandelier's Fall Fiesta, as cultural demonstrators showcase traditional arts, crafts, dances, and more to visitors.
🔗 Learn more, plan your visit, and check out our program calendar visit: NPS.gov/BAND

NPS/M.Keel📸: A uniformed Park Ranger in a flat hat watches several colorful balloons fly

10/05/2026

Looking for a unique 2027 summer job? Consider joining the National Park Service and come work with us at Bandelier National Monument next year! Numerous positions accepting applications, including Trails Workers, Park Rangers and Recreation Fee Technicians just went live, TODAY!

Head over to USAJobs.gov, create your federal resume, and be sure to select Los Alamos, NM as the location within the posting to be considered for Bandelier. Set your reminders to be notified when jobs post in your desired area and keep an eye out for more announcements being posted in the coming weeks!

NPS Photo / M. Keel -A uniformed ranger stands in a wooded area smiling and pointing out of frame.

10/01/2026

We're jumping for Joy! 🎃
Not only is it officially spooky season, Bandelier Fall Fiesta is just around the corner! 🎉Even as leaves change, the traditions of the people who have called these canyons home remain. The 2026 Fall Fiesta will be held at the Visitor Center on Saturday, October 10th through Sunday, October 11th, from 9am-4pm each day. Events will include:
🖌Cultural demonstrations
🥾Ranger guided talks & walks
🍂A Navajo Rug show from Hubbell Trading Post
✏Activities for Junior Rangers of all ages
🔗For more information visit our website at www.nps.gov/band
NPS photo: A ranger wearing a pumpkin head jumping in the air in front of corn, with canyon walls behind.

09/23/2026

Happy Fall Y'all! 🎉We're excited to celebrate the changing season with you at our upcoming events:
🍂Saturday, September 26th is National Public Lands Day, enjoy it at the park with special walks, kid's programs & more from 10AM-2PM! Join us bright and early at 8:30AM for a community trash pick-up! Grab your friends, lace up your boots, and join the staff as we do our part to keep Frijoles Canyon clean and tidy for future visitors. Show up to the visitor center day of or email our community volunteer ambassador at [email protected] for more information.
🍁Join us October 10th-11th for Bandelier's Fall Fiesta, as cultural demonstrators showcase traditional arts, crafts, dances, and more to visitors. Handmade items that are expected to be available for sale include pottery, jewelry, drums, carvings, and more. Demonstrations, dances, ranger programs, a Navajo Rug show from Hubbell Trading Post, and other activities will be at the Visitor Center from 9 AM-4 PM. To learn more visit www.nps.gov/band/planyourvisit/bandelier-fall-fiesta-2026.htm
NPS photos: A volunteer holds up an orange trash bucket with trash grabber & Red-orange leaves illuminated by the sun.

09/14/2026

The Tsankawi Unit of Bandelier will be closed from Friday, September 18 to Wednesday, September 23rd, for staging and moving of materials for a trails and visitor improvement project.

Materials for this project will be staged in the parking area. A helicopter will be onsite to move the material from the parking lot to the mesa. During this time, Tsankawi will be unsafe for visitors to be in the area during this operation.

NPS Photo / J. Schwochow

09/05/2026

Rock on! 🪨Hike with two geologists along the Falls trail to learn about the geology of Bandelier and the surrounding area. Hikes will start at the Visitor Center at 9:00 and take about 3 hours. Wear comfortable shoes and bring water for a moderate hike! Walks are offered Sunday, September 6th & Sunday, September 20th. Space is limited, call 505-672-3861 to reserve or ask a ranger at the Visitor Center desk.

📸: NPS graphic with the text "Join us for a Geology Walk!" and a photo of people inspecting rocks on a red background.

08/24/2026

Spend some time after dark in the park! Join park staff at 7:00pm on Friday, August 28th for a brief presentation inside the Bandelier Visitor Center to learn about our flying friends. 🦇 We will then walk along the Nature Trail to hear and see the different species of bats that visit Frijoles canyon. 🔦 Bring a flashlight and wear comfortable footwear. The walk includes a ½ mile round trip hike on paved and packed gravel surfaces.

Space is limited, call 505-672-3861 ext. 0 to reserve a spot or ask a ranger at the Visitor Center. Keep an eye out for more programs and events in the park visit 🔗NPS.gov/BAND

Address

15 Entrance Road
Los Alamos, NM
87544

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm
Sunday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+15056723861

Website

http://www.nps.gov/band

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