Aztec Ruins National Monument is a pretty desert area with some interesting old indian structures in good shape. There is delightful outdoors recreation at Aztec Ruins National Monument, so you could have a good time while you're here. Life's too short to enjoy all the exciting things near Aztec Ruins National Monument. Hampton Arroyo is a wonderful spot to have a look at close by, and you're perhaps addicted to lakes, Holmberg Lake is one of those close by. A visit to Knowlton Canyon is always fun; Aztec Ruins National Monument is a fine location to
visit for more than one day, River View RV Park is a fine location to camp nearby. Around Aztec Ruins National Monument you don’t get a lot of rain; the wettest month of the year is usually August, that's the one that rains the most, and the driest month of the year is June.
You assume that's sufficient? Just getting warmed up. If you're visiting Aztec Ruins National Monument from Aztec, you won't be the only one, and there are some fine whitewater spots on Animas River. After a long day outdoors Best Western Territorial Inn & Suites is a glorious spot to spend a night or two, and of course Estes Arroyo is a delightful stream that is worth going to. Aztec Ruins National Monument is a delightful wilderness area where everybody has a delightful time. Going to Aztec Ruins National Monument is a delightful idea when you
visit for more than one day, River View RV Park is a fine location to camp nearby. Around Aztec Ruins National Monument you don’t get a lot of rain; the wettest month of the year is usually August, that's the one that rains the most, and the driest month of the year is June.
could also stop at Beeline Reservoir if you're here; it's not far at all. If you crave a little side visit, try Calloway Canyon, and if you came for an overnight stay Bloomfield KOA Kampground is a great site to camp. At Aztec Ruins National Monument through the summer months highs are in the 80's; during summer nights temperatures are in the 40's. The winter comes with highs in the 30's; overnight lows in the 0's for Aztec Ruins National Monument. Visit Farmer Arroyo if you're here at Aztec Ruins National Monument; if you've had enough of Aztec Ruins
National Monument, Lake Farmington is close by. Why not stop by close by Williams Arroyo while you're here at Aztec Ruins National Monument, and a great nearby hotel is SUPER 8 MOTEL - BLOOMFIELD. The beauty of Aztec Ruins National Monument is there for your viewing gratification.
Camping is available at Ruins Road RV Park; golf can be played at Hidden Valley Golf Club. Don't leave Aztec Ruins National Monument without first paying a visit to Aztec Peach Spring, and Desert Rose Resort is a good campground nearby.
Aztec Ruins National Monument
preserves structures and artifacts of Ancestral Pueblo people from the 1100's through 1200s. People associated with Chaco Canyon to the south built and used the structures, then people related to the Mesa Verde region to the north used the site in the 1200's. The monument was established
in 1923, and designated a World Heritage Site in 1987. Acreage: 319.47
Operating Hours, Seasons Daily, Memorial Day through Labor Day, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; rest of the year, 8:00 a.m.
to 5:00 p.m. Closed January 1, Thanksgiving Day, December 25.
Weather & Climate Relatively mild winter days, occasional snow, evening temperatures sometimes drop below zero. Summer day temperatures upper 80's and low 90's, cool nights. Summer thunderstorms.
Accessibility A TDD (Telecommunications Device for the Deaf) is available. Callers should give adequate signals and allow sufficient hookup time (505) 334-6174 then dial 30. The visitor center, restrooms, a picnic table, and portions of the trail are accessible
to wheelchairs
FEES/PERMITS
Entrance Fee INDIVIDUAL $4.00 for 7 Days Bonafide educational and scientific institutions may be eligible for a fee waiver. A fee waiver application may be downloaded from the park's Resources for Teachers
page from the 'inDEPTH' button. For more information contact Park Ranger Andy Pearce at (505) 334-6174 ext. 28 or e-mail at andy_pearce@nps.gov
FACILITIES
Visitor Centers AZTEC RUINS NATIONAL MONUMENT VISITOR CENTER Open All Year
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Phone - (505) 334-6174 ext 30 Location - Aztec Ruins National Monument is located on Ruins Road about 3/4 mile north of U.S. Highway 516, just outside the town of Aztec, New Mexico. Closures - The monument is closed January 1,
Thanksgiving Day and December 25. Special Programs - A 25 minute orientation video program is shown throughout the day in the visitor center Exhibits - Exhibits of artifacts excavated from the site can be seen in the visitor center. Available Facilities
- Southwest Parks and Monuments Association sells books, video tapes, calendars, postcards, and other interpretive items at an outlet located in the visitor center
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