• Tyuonyi Pueblo and Big Kiva from Frey Trail

    Bandelier

    National Monument New Mexico

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  • Access by Shuttle Bus Only

    Starting May 24, 2013 all access to the most visited part of the park, Frijoles Canyon, will be via a mandatory shuttle bus from the nearby community of White Rock from 9 AM - 3 PM daily. Private cars may drive in before 9 AM or after 3 PM. More »

Laws & Policies

leashed dogs

The superintendent's compendium addresses Bandelier specific rules and regulations.

Superintendent's Compendium
 

Firearms in Bandelier
As of February 22, 2010, a new federal law allows people who can legally possess firearms under applicable federal, state, and local laws, to legally possess firearms in this park.

It is the responsibility of visitors to understand and comply with all applicable state, local, and federal firearms laws before entering this park. As a starting point, please visit our state’s website or download this brochure (PDF).

Federal law also prohibits firearms in certain facilities in this park; those places are marked with signs at all public entrances.

Did You Know?

Queen butterfly

Queen butterflies are often mistaken for Monarchs because they look so much alike.  This is beneficial to the Queen, who is avoided by predators who fear this look-alike may be as toxic as the Monarch.