Guided Tour: Ancestral Sites Tour

Join us for a guided tour of the Ancestral Sites Trail, and learn about Pecos Pueblo, the Spanish conquest, historic preservation, and more at this important crossroads of history and culture. The tour covers approximately one mile, and no registration is required. Trai......More

Join us for a guided tour of the Ancestral Sites Trail, and learn about Pecos Pueblo, the Spanish conquest, historic preservation, and more at this important crossroads of history and culture. The tour covers approximately one mile, and no registration is required. Trail is level and relatively flat, with approximately 80 feet of elevation gain. Meet at the Visitor Center, and be prepared to spend approximately an hour in variable weather conditions. Note that all programs are subject to ranger or volunteer availability.

Guided Tour: Battlefield Hike

Participate in a two-hour guided walking tour of the Civil War Battlefield Trail. Discover in greater depth the story behind the Battle of Glorieta Pass while hiking the 2.25-mile loop. Tour is free, and no reservations are necessary. Tours begin at the visitor center, ......More

Participate in a two-hour guided walking tour of the Civil War Battlefield Trail. Discover in greater depth the story behind the Battle of Glorieta Pass while hiking the 2.25-mile loop. Tour is free, and no reservations are necessary. Tours begin at the visitor center, and attendees then caravan out to the Battlefield Trail in their own vehicles. Be prepared for the weather, and for hiking a trail with significant elevation change. Sturdy hiking footwear, snacks, and plenty of water are all recommended.Note that all programs are subject to ranger or volunteer availability.

Trading Post Chats

Stop by our newly-renovated Trading Post museum exhibits and learn more from a ranger about the many uses of this historic building.Note that all programs are subject to ranger or volunteer availability.

Guided Tour: Ancestral Sites Tour

Join us for a guided tour of the Ancestral Sites Trail, and learn about Pecos Pueblo, the Spanish conquest, historic preservation, and more at this important crossroads of history and culture. The tour covers approximately one mile, and no registration is required. Trai......More

Join us for a guided tour of the Ancestral Sites Trail, and learn about Pecos Pueblo, the Spanish conquest, historic preservation, and more at this important crossroads of history and culture. The tour covers approximately one mile, and no registration is required. Trail is level and relatively flat, with approximately 80 feet of elevation gain. Meet at the Visitor Center, and be prepared to spend approximately an hour in variable weather conditions. Note that all programs are subject to ranger or volunteer availability.

New Mexico Highlands University Program: Mindfulness at Pecos National Historical Park

New Mexico Highlands University (NMHU) Program: Associate Professor of Psychology, Dr. David Pan and NMHU Psychology Graduate Student John Sweat will teach mindfulness exercises while enjoying the natural and historic beauty of Pecos NHP's 1.25-mile Ancestral Sites Trai......More

New Mexico Highlands University (NMHU) Program: Associate Professor of Psychology, Dr. David Pan and NMHU Psychology Graduate Student John Sweat will teach mindfulness exercises while enjoying the natural and historic beauty of Pecos NHP's 1.25-mile Ancestral Sites Trail. The program is free and will begin at the visitor center. Mindfulness is a state of active, intentional attention to the present. Research has shown that learning and using mindfulness exercise can help reduce feelings of stress, anxiety, and depression. This program is offered by NMHU, and taking place at Pecos National Historical Park.  

Trading Post Chats

Stop by our newly-renovated Trading Post museum exhibits and learn more from a ranger about the many uses of this historic building.Note that all programs are subject to ranger or volunteer availability.

Guided Tour: Ancestral Sites Tour

Join us for a guided tour of the Ancestral Sites Trail, and learn about Pecos Pueblo, the Spanish conquest, historic preservation, and more at this important crossroads of history and culture. The tour covers approximately one mile, and no registration is required. Trai......More

Join us for a guided tour of the Ancestral Sites Trail, and learn about Pecos Pueblo, the Spanish conquest, historic preservation, and more at this important crossroads of history and culture. The tour covers approximately one mile, and no registration is required. Trail is level and relatively flat, with approximately 80 feet of elevation gain. Meet at the Visitor Center, and be prepared to spend approximately an hour in variable weather conditions. Note that all programs are subject to ranger or volunteer availability.

Trading Post Chats

Stop by our newly-renovated Trading Post museum exhibits and learn more from a ranger about the many uses of this historic building.Note that all programs are subject to ranger or volunteer availability.

Guided Tour: Ancestral Sites Tour

Join us for a guided tour of the Ancestral Sites Trail, and learn about Pecos Pueblo, the Spanish conquest, historic preservation, and more at this important crossroads of history and culture. The tour covers approximately one mile, and no registration is required. Trai......More

Join us for a guided tour of the Ancestral Sites Trail, and learn about Pecos Pueblo, the Spanish conquest, historic preservation, and more at this important crossroads of history and culture. The tour covers approximately one mile, and no registration is required. Trail is level and relatively flat, with approximately 80 feet of elevation gain. Meet at the Visitor Center, and be prepared to spend approximately an hour in variable weather conditions. Note that all programs are subject to ranger or volunteer availability.

Trading Post Chats

Stop by our newly-renovated Trading Post museum exhibits and learn more from a ranger about the many uses of this historic building.Note that all programs are subject to ranger or volunteer availability.

Guided Tour: Ancestral Sites Tour

Join us for a guided tour of the Ancestral Sites Trail, and learn about Pecos Pueblo, the Spanish conquest, historic preservation, and more at this important crossroads of history and culture. The tour covers approximately one mile, and no registration is required. Trai......More

Join us for a guided tour of the Ancestral Sites Trail, and learn about Pecos Pueblo, the Spanish conquest, historic preservation, and more at this important crossroads of history and culture. The tour covers approximately one mile, and no registration is required. Trail is level and relatively flat, with approximately 80 feet of elevation gain. Meet at the Visitor Center, and be prepared to spend approximately an hour in variable weather conditions. Note that all programs are subject to ranger or volunteer availability.

Guided Hike: Birding the Pecos

Join volunteer and birder Albert for a guided bird walk along the beautiful South Pasture Loop Trail!The hike is free, and no registration is required. Attendees will meet at the visitor center (1 Peach Drive, Pecos, NM 87552) at 8:15am, and then caravan to the trailhea......More

Join volunteer and birder Albert for a guided bird walk along the beautiful South Pasture Loop Trail!The hike is free, and no registration is required. Attendees will meet at the visitor center (1 Peach Drive, Pecos, NM 87552) at 8:15am, and then caravan to the trailhead from there. Be prepared to hike up to 4 miles, on uneven ground with limited tree cover. Water, snacks, sun protection, and sturdy shoes are recommended--and bring binoculars if you have them! 

Guided Tour: Ancestral Sites Tour

Join us for a guided tour of the Ancestral Sites Trail, and learn about Pecos Pueblo, the Spanish conquest, historic preservation, and more at this important crossroads of history and culture. The tour covers approximately one mile, and no registration is required. Trai......More

Join us for a guided tour of the Ancestral Sites Trail, and learn about Pecos Pueblo, the Spanish conquest, historic preservation, and more at this important crossroads of history and culture. The tour covers approximately one mile, and no registration is required. Trail is level and relatively flat, with approximately 80 feet of elevation gain. Meet at the Visitor Center, and be prepared to spend approximately an hour in variable weather conditions. Note that all programs are subject to ranger or volunteer availability.

Guided Tour: Battlefield Hike

Participate in a two-hour guided walking tour of the Civil War Battlefield Trail. Discover in greater depth the story behind the Battle of Glorieta Pass while hiking the 2.25-mile loop. Tour is free, and no reservations are necessary. Tours begin at the visitor center, ......More

Participate in a two-hour guided walking tour of the Civil War Battlefield Trail. Discover in greater depth the story behind the Battle of Glorieta Pass while hiking the 2.25-mile loop. Tour is free, and no reservations are necessary. Tours begin at the visitor center, and attendees then caravan out to the Battlefield Trail in their own vehicles. Be prepared for the weather, and for hiking a trail with significant elevation change. Sturdy hiking footwear, snacks, and plenty of water are all recommended.Note that all programs are subject to ranger or volunteer availability.

Trading Post Chats

Stop by our newly-renovated Trading Post museum exhibits and learn more from a ranger about the many uses of this historic building.Note that all programs are subject to ranger or volunteer availability.

Guided Tour: Ancestral Sites Tour

Join us for a guided tour of the Ancestral Sites Trail, and learn about Pecos Pueblo, the Spanish conquest, historic preservation, and more at this important crossroads of history and culture. The tour covers approximately one mile, and no registration is required. Trai......More

Join us for a guided tour of the Ancestral Sites Trail, and learn about Pecos Pueblo, the Spanish conquest, historic preservation, and more at this important crossroads of history and culture. The tour covers approximately one mile, and no registration is required. Trail is level and relatively flat, with approximately 80 feet of elevation gain. Meet at the Visitor Center, and be prepared to spend approximately an hour in variable weather conditions. Note that all programs are subject to ranger or volunteer availability.

Trading Post Chats

Stop by our newly-renovated Trading Post museum exhibits and learn more from a ranger about the many uses of this historic building.Note that all programs are subject to ranger or volunteer availability.

Guided Tour: Ancestral Sites Tour

Join us for a guided tour of the Ancestral Sites Trail, and learn about Pecos Pueblo, the Spanish conquest, historic preservation, and more at this important crossroads of history and culture. The tour covers approximately one mile, and no registration is required. Trai......More

Join us for a guided tour of the Ancestral Sites Trail, and learn about Pecos Pueblo, the Spanish conquest, historic preservation, and more at this important crossroads of history and culture. The tour covers approximately one mile, and no registration is required. Trail is level and relatively flat, with approximately 80 feet of elevation gain. Meet at the Visitor Center, and be prepared to spend approximately an hour in variable weather conditions. Note that all programs are subject to ranger or volunteer availability.

Trading Post Chats

Stop by our newly-renovated Trading Post museum exhibits and learn more from a ranger about the many uses of this historic building.Note that all programs are subject to ranger or volunteer availability.