Parks Near Santa Fe, New Mexico
Ancient cultures meet stunning desert landscapes, with access to pueblo ruins, mountain wilderness, and unique geology.
Popular Parks Near Santa Fe
Bandelier National Monument
45 miles from Santa Fe
4.7
National Monument
Highlights:
- Cliff dwellings
- Pueblo ruins
- Hiking
Pecos National Historical Park
25 miles from Santa Fe
4.4
National Historical Park
Highlights:
- Mission ruins
- Civil War history
- Pueblo culture
Santa Fe National Forest
10 miles from Santa Fe
4.5
National Forest
Highlights:
- Ski Santa Fe
- Aspen groves
- Alpine lakes
Popular Activities
- Cultural tours
- Hiking
- Skiing
- Photography
- Archaeology
Best Times to Visit
- Fall for aspens
- Summer for high altitude
- Winter for skiing
Driving Tips
- High altitude - take time to acclimate
- Bandelier requires timed entry in summer
- High Road to Taos is scenic drive
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