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Bandelier National Monument Set To Reopen

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By Compiled From N... - May 27th, 2022

Bandelier National Monument was set to reopen to the public Friday/NPS file


With the threat of the Cerro Pelado wildfire reaching Bandelier National Monument in New Mexico reduced, the park planned to reopen on Friday.

The park has been closed since  April 30 due to the fire.

“As the fire containment continues to increase and fire defense measures are being removed, we can safely welcome back the public," said Superintendent Patrick Suddath.

However, due to the extreme fire danger across the entire region, open areas are limited to:  

  • Pueblo Loop Trail – the main trail behind the park visitor center 
  • Falls Trail to Upper Falls
  • Frey Trail
  • Tyuonyi Overlook Trail
  • Tsankawi Trail   

All campgrounds, wilderness and backcountry areas and the Alcove House and Alcove House Trail will remain closed.  

Extreme fire danger is expected to persist until Northern New Mexico receives significant moisture and conditions have improved. This is in step with the Stage 3 forest-wide closure for the Santa Fe National Forest. Under Stage 3 fire restrictions, the following are prohibited: All outdoor burning, the use of campfire or charcoal grills (gas grills may be used); all outdoor smoking except for inside vehicles.  

Manhattan Project National Historical Park visitor center in Los Alamos is open Fridays through Mondays, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. for you to learn about and explore more of the human and natural history of the area. As well, there are museums and a nature center in Los Alamos with more to discover.  

Fort Union National Monument, Pecos National Historical Park and Valles Caldera National Preserve remain closed. For additional details or changes in status, you should visit each park website.

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