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Pecos National Historic Park

P. O. Box 418, Las Vegas, NM 87552
505-757-6414x1
Ranked #1 of 6 attractions in Las Vegas
4.5 of 5 stars 29 Reviews
Type: Ancient Ruins, National Parks, Historic Sites
Activities: Hiking
Description: Pueblo ruins dating back to 1200 have been found at this important archaelogical site.
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Indianapolis
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52 reviews 52 reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

Pecos NHP is must-see if you are visiting Santa Fe. The paved trail is easily accessible for any level and the sites are incredible. More

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Kansas City, Missouri
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012

We found it to be entertaining and educational. This place had more information about the interaction (and troubles) between the Pueblo and Spanish than other 'ruins' that we visited on our trip. The small museum and fairly short trail to the sites were well organized. More

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auburn,indiana
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204 reviews 204 reviews
Reviews in 117 cities Reviews in 117 cities
93 helpful votes 93 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2012

Traveling on I-25 out of Las Vegas, New Mexico on our way to Santa Fe we saw the signs for Pecos. This was not a planned stop but the signs peaked our interest. We were really happy we were sidetracked. The visitors center is nice and they have a short film on Pecos before you walk the ruins. They have... More

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Calgary
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35 reviews 35 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2012

This historical ruin site is a very quick trip off the i25 East from Santa Fe. Go into the museum first and watch the movie before you walk the trail. The movie is short but gives you a very important preview of the history of the site before you see it. The gift shop/ Admissions is quite good and the... More

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Santa Fe, New Mexico
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31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2012

Everyone always forgets about this park, but if you've seen the major sites in the Santa Fe area, this park it worth a look-see. The park rangers are great and will tell you so much information. I recommend talking to them or learning more about the site before you go. It will really add to your appreciation of it. More

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Austin, Texas
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2012

Its worth the trip! Be sure to bring water...you can bring a picnic lunch. Wear comfortable walking shoes. More

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Kutztown, Pennsylvania
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 January 2012
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This large park has theruins of an Indian peublo that was built, destroyed, then built again in the 1700. There is a walking trail around the puebo and a very good guide. The visitors center is a beautiful building with a very good museum with artifacts that covers the history of the area. There is also an excellent video narrated... More

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Glenwood Springs, Colorado
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 December 2011
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We found the self-guided walking tour to the pueblo and church ruins wonderful...the views are expansive and you gain a strong sense of the past, especially once you get to the first kiva. The laminated guid is helpful. We were also lucky enough to take the ranch house tour led by a ranger who was knowledgable and witty. She was... More

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Los Angeles, California
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 November 2011

Nicely excavated, well presented site, with a GORGEOUS visitors center--very attractive and informative. It's amazing what funding from a mega-millionaire will do! By the way, it's located near Pecos NM, not Santa Fe NM. More

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San Jose, New Mexico
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 November 2011

Easy place to visit. Fairly level with slight inclines that should not tax most people. The site is a nice example of an excavated pueblo village. This is a nice place to spend an hour or two exploring. Don't miss the museum and the short film in the visitor's center. Bring a picnic lunch or visit one of the 3... More

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