Fort Union National Monument • New Mexico

Panorama of Officers Row

Wagons encrusted in frost

Sunflower in Enlisted Barracks

Moon in sky above adobe remnants

Fort Union Visitor Center Sign

Exposed to the wind, within a sweeping valley of short grass prairie, and along the eroded Santa Fe Trail, lie the adobe walled ruins of the largest 19th century military fort in the region. From 1851 to 1891, Fort Union functioned as an agent of change, desired or not, in the New Mexico Territory and throughout the Southwest.

Blue skies and billowing clouds frequently add to the incredible viewshed that surrounds the monument grounds.
Ron Harvey - Fort Union National Monument

One of the most photographed areas of the monument, the Mechanics Corral onced serviced wagons that travelled along the Santa Fe Trail.
Ron Harvey - Fort Union National Monument

Located deep within the Mora Valley, Fort Union National Monument contains a vast array of plant and animal life.
Ron Harvey - Fort Union National Monument

Located on the monument grounds is the world's largest collection of Territorial-Style adobe remanants.
Fort Union National Monument

Completed in 1960, the Visitor Center at Fort Union was one of the first built during the "MIssion 66" program for the National Park Service. It was designed by the internationally known architect Cecil Doty.
Ron Harvey - Fort Union National Monument

Wagon and adobe remnants

Directions, Brochures, Hours of Operation, and Program Information. Everything you need to know to help you plan your trip to Fort Union

Living History Personnel around historic wagon

Come learn about the exciting and fun events we offer during the summer months here at Fort Union!

Soldiers lowering a large American flag.

Explore the rich and diverse history of Fort Union and discover how the fort forever changed the cultural landscape of the Southwest.

Last updated: October 7, 2023

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Mailing Address:

PO Box 127
Watrous, NM 87753

Phone:

505-425-8025 x1

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