The Royal Road of the Interior Land

Travel along El Camino Real de Tierra Adentro National Historic Trail to experience and learn from a complicated legacy of 300 years of conflict, cooperation, and cultural exchange between a variety of empires—European and non-European alike. Read More

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Planning a Trail Visit

Do you want to experience the trail? Learn more about where you can go, historic sites you can visit and more!

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Where is this National Historic Trail?

Take a look at interactive, historic, and trip planning maps to learn more about locations along the trail.

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Página web de El Camino Real

Chequea nuestra nuestra página web en Español.

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Connect with Us!

Connect on social media, explore deeper on mobile apps, watch videos, and check out other digital media!

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El Camino Travel Itinerary

Follow a travel itinerary for a planned trip exploring multiple trail sites in one region.

Last updated: July 18, 2023

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

National Trails Office Regions 6|7|8
El Camino Real de Tierra Adentro National Historic Trail
1100 Old Santa Fe Trail

Santa Fe, NM 87505

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