Petroglyph National Monument
- Landmark
- Regional draw
- Albuquerque
Petroglyph National Monument protects a volcanic landscape on Albuquerque's western edge where carved images connect the terrain with Indigenous and later histories.
Different visitor areas offer distinct trails and encounters with the basalt escarpment. Understanding the images as part of a living cultural landscape is essential to appreciating the place.
Choose an official trail area before arriving, since the information center and petroglyph viewing routes are separate. Stay on designated paths, never touch or trace the carvings, and check current trail, heat, and parking guidance.
Visitor details reviewed October 17, 2026. Check official visitor information for current access, admission, and operating arrangements. View on OpenStreetMap.
Image credit: SunnyintheSouthwest / Wikimedia Commons. Original source. CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and converted to WebP; may be cropped for display.
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