Awaken your senses and embrace the tranquility of the morning with our sunrise yoga class on the rooftop deck of the Malaquite Visitor Center, overlooking the sparkling waters of the gulf. You'll witness the sun rising over the horizon as you...
The public is invited inside the reconstruction of Bent’s Old Fort, entering through the zaguan gate and into the plaza. Park Rangers will be present to explain the features of the fort and its 20 th century reconstruction. Entry into the...
Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument is excited to host special programs on March 28, 2026, to celebrate the monument’s paleontology and fossil discoveries. In 2017, park staff discovered the fossil remains of a varanopid, an early mammal...
This volunteer-led hike will take you on the 2.2 mile loop-trail into Rinconada Canyon, where you will learn about the history of the area - from the geology that shaped it to the Ancestral Puebloans and Spaniards that left their marks behind to the...
Grab your binoculars (if you have them) and join us on a walk through the wild Gila on a search for birds, wildlife and flowers. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes and bring water. We will be walking around on trails and sometimes on pavement.
Come on a Ranger-led hike with your canine companion! This hike introduces the B.A.R.K. principles to learn how to have a safe and positive experience with your dog at the monument. At the conclusion of the hike, the pups are sworn in as official...
*This trip is fully reserved. Additional sign-ups will be added to the wait list. Join park rangers for a guided canoe trip on the waters of the preserve. The program targets the casual and novice paddler. Canoes, life jackets, and paddles are...
Pecos Pueblo sits at the site of a unique ecological and cultural crossroads. Join a park ranger on this tour to lear n a bout the Ancestral Pueblo , Spanish Colonial history, and the importance of this site to communities today . The tour begins at...
“Stories from the Borderlands” are featured programs offered monthly. Each will be held at the reconstructed fort and the Woodruff Memorial Library in La Junta and last 45 minutes, exploring a different facet of the Fort’s story.As always, visitors...
Shop work from Sonoran Laser Creation , Rusted Desert Metal Art , Crooked Finger Digital Art and Storyteller , and Christine Jarus Painted Drawings of Nature. Talks at 11 AM and 1 PM both days. No registration required. Free.
Come learn nature journaling basics with a park ranger! Develop your observational skills, practice several fundamental drawing techniques, and even start your own journal. You’ll also have a chance to explore how different natural settings can...
Join us at Montezuma Castle on March 28th-29th 10am-2pm for a live concert of blessing and prayers, along with dancers. You will have the opportunity to view Ryon's Hopi Katsinas that are available to visitors during this time. See you there!
Join a ranger on a short mindful hike up Mt. Wanda. Details: Distance: 1-2 miles, uphill on a steep, uneven dirt trail. What to Bring: Sun protection, water, and sturdy closed-toe shoes. Pets: Dogs are welcome. Facilities: No restrooms are available...
Join PHA for a special commemoration of the Anza Trail with architect and cyclist Luis Valle The Presidio Historical Association ( PHA) is honored to invite you to a very special event at the historic Presidio Chapel on Saturday, March 28.That day...
Almost 250 years ago, as the Declaration of Independence was signed on the East Coast, the Anza expedition arrived at its destination on the West Coast. Both of these events would dramatically shape the cultural and political landscapes of the United...
Allow at least 30 minutes to hike up to the cliff dwellings. The trail leading to the dwellings is about 1/2 mile over rocky and uneven terrain with 180-foot elevation gain. Join a ranger on a 45-minute guided walk of the cliff dwellings to learn...
Join us for a safe and fascinating look at the sun! Stop by the Visitor Center anytime between 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM to view the sun through a specially equipped telescope and learn more about our closest star. All ages welcome. No registration...
The site visit at Boca Negra Canyon will discuss the proposed enhancements to the visitor facilities in the area. The visit will start at the RV/Bus parking lot and walk through the site to look at existing facilities and trails and discuss future...
Embrace the season with warmth and mindfulness! Join us for a rejuvenating Winter Wellness Yoga Series designed to help you stay grounded, energized, and balanced during the colder months. Each session combines gentle movement, breathwork, and...
Wagons and cowboys and Hollywood, oh my! On this ranger-guided tour, learn about the Santa Fe Trail and area ranching, with stops at the Trading Post and historic Forked Lightning Ranch House . This tour requires limited walking , but extended...
The Battle of Glorieta Pass was one of the most influential battles of the Civil War fought over March 26-28, 1862. Join a park ranger for a hike along the historic Battlefield Trail and see how it played a role in this pivotal battle . Hike meets at...
“Stories from the Borderlands” are featured programs offered monthly. Each will be held at the reconstructed fort and the Woodruff Memorial Library in La Junta and last 45 minutes, exploring a different facet of the Fort’s story.
This interactive program introduces Aldo Leopold’s connection to the Gila and his influential Land Ethic. Visitors will explore Leopold’s environmental ethic and reflect on what it means to understand the Gila as a living ecosystem rather than a...
Join a park ranger at the Red Hills Visitor Center for a walk to explore nature, our giant saguaros, and other Sonoran Desert plants. The topics vary weekly depending on what we find blooming and growing, but each talk will include what we have...
A relaxed sunset program, designed for all ages, exploring the plants, wildlife, and people of the Sonoran Desert. Talks change daily; inquire at the Kris Eggle Visitor Center for details.
A relaxed sunset program, designed for all ages, exploring the plants, wildlife, and people of the Sonoran Desert. Talks change daily; inquire at the Kris Eggle Visitor Center for details.
A formal interpretive talk on the history, ecology, and/or culture of the Sonoran Desert. Talks change daily; inquire at the Kris Eggle Visitor Center for details.
Join us at the Gila Cliff Dwelling's National Monument Visitor Center parking lot to view the stars and other celisteral objects. Bring a red headlamp.
