Getting Around

A gravel road leads from the main entrance to the Cabin District.

Access beyond the Cabin District is available in the following ways:

• By hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, cross-country skiing, or snowshoeing.

• By personal vehicle with a valid backcountry vehicle pass (40 passes available per day; seasonal restrictions apply)

Vehicle access beyond the Cabin District is closed seasonally from November 15 to May 14.

Weather and road conditions can limit what areas can be visited. Please check our Current Conditions webpage for up-to-date park information.

 

A map of Valles Caldera National Preserve's roads, trails, facilities, and entrances.

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