Santa Fe KOA

Bandelier National Monument

Approximately 43 miles west of Santa Fe on NM 4.The attraction is a lush canyon where ancestors of today’s Pueblo tribes lived between A.D. 1100 and 1550. A trail loops through ruins carved out of volcanic rock, some structures are restored, and a few must be reached by climbing steep ladders. During the summer visitors can visit the ruins after dark on special “night walks”.

Pecos National Historical Monument

Located 25 miles east of Santa Fe off Interstate 25. This abandoned Indian village was occupied until 1838 and served as an important trading center for Plains and Pueblo tribes. Remnants of two Spanish churches, a ceremonial kiva and other structures are visible.

Chimayo

Weaving village. Traditional Spanish colonial woolen rugs, jackets and vests are sold. Santuario de Chimayo, called the “Lourdes of the Southwest,” is a venerated church famous for its healing earth.

Abiquiu

Home of the Spanish Colonial home that houses the magnificent geological formations that Georgia O’Keefe portrayed in some of her most famous paintings. About ten miles north of Abiquiu is crystal clear Abiquiu Lake. In the same vicinity you will find Echo Amphitheater, a large natural echo chamber that “bounces your voice” back to you. You can picnic here and take a short hike to the amphitheater.

Taos

The historic home of Pueblo Indians, Hispanic colonists, mountain men, artists and writers.

Tent Rocks National Monument

The unusual “moon like” Tent rock formations have recently been named New Mexico’s newest National Monument.

Turquoise Trail

Two-lane paved road that winds through the scenic desert to old mining towns of Golden, Madrid and Cerrillos.