• Historic inscriptions carved in the bluff at El Morro.

    El Morro

    National Monument New Mexico

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Accessibility

Image of the paved path leading to the pool on the Inscription Trail at El Morro.

Visitors enjoy the scenery along the Inscription Trail.

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The visitor center, picnic area, and campground are all wheelchair accessible. The Inscription Trail is wheelchair accessible with assistance. The Headland Trail is not. A park ranger or volunteer will assist you with finding the best route when you arrive at El Morro.

Did You Know?

Image of Governor Onate's inscription carved in 1605

The first inscription carved at El Morro was that of Governor Don Juan de Onate in 1605, 15 years before the pilgrims landed at Plymouth Rock.