![]() NPS Photo Due to the Novel Coronavirus Pandemic, all tours are on indefinite hiatus.
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Ranger Guided Tours |
Day |
Time |
Ancestral Sites Tour (1 hour) |
Fridays-Mondays |
10:30 a.m. |
Civil War Walking Tour (1.5 hours) |
Fridays and Sundays |
1:30 p.m. |
Forked Lightning Ranch House Caravan Tour (1.5 hours) |
Saturdays and Mondays |
1:30 p.m. |
Battlefield Hike (2 hours) |
Saturdays |
10:30 a.m. |
Regular Tour Descriptions
Ancestral Sites Tour
Join a ranger for a guided walk around the main loop trail (1.25 miles) to hear about the crossroads of history and culture that defines this gem of a national park. You'll also learn about southwest archaeology and ongoing cultural preservation efforts. No reservations necessary.
Civil War Walking Tour
Forked Lightning Ranch Caravan Tour
This tour explores the history of Forked Lightning Ranch. From ranching, the rodeo with Tex Austin, to Hollywood actress Greer Garson, visitors get a first hand view of the ranch as well as a walk through of the Ranch House overlooking the Pecos River.
**Please note: Space is limited so please stop in at the visitor center or call ahead to reserve a spot on the day you are interested.
Battlefield Hike
Participate in a ranger lead walking tour of the civil war battlefield trail. Discover in greater depth the story behind the Battle of Glorieta Pass while hiking the 2.25 mile loop. Visitors should be prepared for the weather. Bringing sturdy hiking footwear, snacks, and plenty of water is highly recommended. No reservations necessary.Looking for more things to do? Check out the Things to Do page for other ways to experience the park!
Last updated: September 24, 2020