Chaco Culture National Historical Park

Chaco Culture
Massive buildings testify to the organizational and engineering abilities of the ancestral Puebloans. Gain a deep connection with the canyon that was central to thousands of people between 850 and 1250 through guided tours, hiking and biking trails, evening campfire talks, and night sky programs.

Discover Chaco Culture National Historical Park

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Journey into the heart of an ancient civilization at Chaco Culture National Historical Park, where massive stone structures stand as a testament to the ingenuity of the ancestral Puebloan people. Located in the remote high desert of northwestern New Mexico, Chaco was a major cultural and trade center over a thousand years ago. Its grand kivas, multi-story Great Houses, and precisely aligned buildings reveal a deep connection to astronomy and the landscape. Whether you're exploring the ruins, hiking through the rugged terrain, or stargazing under some of the darkest skies in the country, Chaco offers a profound and unforgettable experience.

Upcoming events

Astronomy Festival Star Party

Sep 19 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Please join Chaco Culture and the Albuquerque Astronomical Society for a star party at the visitor center in celebration of our 8th annual Astronomy Festival! Visitors will look through telescopes starting around 8:00 pm at planets, nebulae, galaxies...

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