Learn About the Park

  • A black and white photograph of a building complex made out of adobe.
    History & Culture

    People have lived on the landscape we now call Bandelier National Monument for thousands of years. Explore their stories here.

  • A mama black bear and her two cubs.
    Nature

    Explore Bandelier's impressive biodiversity. Find out why the rocks look the way they do. Learn about threats to park wildlife and plants.

  • Two people standing outdoors with scientific equipment.
    Science & Research

    Bandelier National Monument is a great natural laboratory for researchers in many different disciplines.

  • A view of a rocky canyon with green, brown, and yellow shrubs.
    Photos & Multimedia

    Enjoy images of some of the cultural and natural highlights of the park.

  • A Bandelier junior ranger badge and a green pencil sitting on a Bandeler junior ranger book.
    Kids & Youth

    Bandelier National Monument is fun for kids of all ages! Get ideas for things to do on your visit to the park or at home.

  • A group of children and adults painting outdoors.
    Education

    Explore the educational opportunities at Bandelier!

  • A group of people look at a large burn area.
    Park News

    Keep up with what's going on in Bandelier. Find news releases, the park newspaper, and links to our social media outlets.

  • A photograph of a yellow, white, and green arrowhead patch and a yellow law enforcement badge.
    Management

    Find out all about the laws, policies, and planning documents that guide park management decisions.

  • A picture of brown and black pots, as well as colorful beaded jewelry.
    Western National Parks Association Store

    Western National Parks Association, our park partner, sells books and other educational materials in park visitor centers and online.

Last updated: April 28, 2025

Contact Info

Mailing Address:

Bandelier National Monument
15 Entrance Road
Los Alamos, NM 87544

Phone:

505 672-3861 x0

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