Petroglyph National Monument protects one of the largest petroglyph sites in North America, featuring designs and symbols carved onto volcanic rocks by Native Americans and Spanish settlers 400 to 700 years ago. These images are a valuable record of cultural expression and hold profound spiritual significance for conte
Free — you won’t need your pass here.
Free entry — there is no entrance fee here, so you won’t need your pass to get in.
- Fee type No fee — No fee is charged here.
- HoursStaffed by our partner, the City of Albuquerque Open Space, this developed trail system consists of 3 short, paved trails with trail markers. Full-service restroom facility, picnic tables, shaded seating areas and a shad
- Source National Park Service ↗
- Last verifiedJuly 6, 2026 · Confirmed
- Official pagewww.nps.gov ↗
- Contact 5058990205 · petr_interpretation@nps.gov
GPS: Lat: 35.139 Long: -106.711 From Interstate 40, take the Unser Blvd. exit (#154) proceed north 3 miles to Western Trail. Turn left or west onto Western Trail and follow road to the Visitor Information Center parking lot. From Interstate 25, take the Paseo del Norte exit (#232) and proceed west t
Common questions
Quick Yes / No / Depends answers for Petroglyph National Monument — always confirm with the managing site before you go.
No Is there a fee at Petroglyph National Monument?
No — it’s free to enter, so you won’t need your pass to get in.
Yes Are there hiking trails?
Yes — trails here include Black Volcano Spur Trail, Boca Negra Canyon Nature Trail, CABQOS Paseo de la Mesa Multiuse Trail , and more. Check length and difficulty before you go.
Yes Can you watch wildlife or birds here?
Yes — Petroglyph National Monument is a spot for wildlife and bird watching. Keep your distance and never feed animals.
Depends Can you bring a dog?
Usually only leashed and in developed areas, campgrounds, and paved paths — not on most trails or in buildings. Pet rules vary by park, so check first.
No Are drones allowed?
No — launching, landing, or operating drones is prohibited on National Park Service land.
Depends What are the hours?
Staffed by our partner, the City of Albuquerque Open Space, this developed trail system consists of 3 short, paved trails with trail markers. Full-service restroom facility, picnic tables, shaded seating areas and a shad
Nearby sites
Cibola National Forest and Grasslands
CheckThis Forest Service site may charge a fee your pass covers — confirm before you go.
John Phelan / CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Jemez Canyon Dam
CheckArmy Corps site — the pass gives 50% off day-use fees only and never covers camping. Confirm at the gate.