Pecos National Historical Park

Pecos
Pecos National Historical Park is a place where history, culture, and stunning landscapes converge. Located in northern New Mexico, this site preserves the remaining structures of Pecos Pueblo, a thriving Indigenous community that stood at the crossroads of trade and cultural exchange.

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At Pecos National Historical Park, visitors can explore remnants of the pueblo, a 17th-century Spanish mission, and Civil War battlefields, all set against the breathtaking Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Whether you're walking ancient paths or learning about the region's deep history, Pecos offers a unique glimpse into the vibrant stories of the American Southwest.

Bookstore with travel guides and souvenirs displayed on shelves.

Visit the WNP park store

Inside the E. E. Fogelson Visitor Center is the park store, which has a collection of books, toys, apparel, keepsakes, and other merchandise designed to enhance your experience and understanding of this important cultural site. 

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Upcoming events

Jun 21 8:30 pm – 10:00 pm

Join a ranger for a night walk along the Ancestral Sites Trail! Space will be limited for these programs and reservations are required no sooner than 2 weeks in advance by calling the visitor center at 505-757-7241. Walk starts at the visitor center.

Jun 22 10:00 am – 11:00 am

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...

Jun 22 1:30 pm – 2:15 pm

The Battle of Glorieta Pass was one of the most influential western battles of the Civil War. Join a park ranger for a talk in the historic Trading Post building and see how it played a role in this pivotal battle . Talks meet at the visitor center...

Jun 23 10:00 am – 11:00 am

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...

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