Aztec Ruins National Monument
Aztec Ruins National Monument
Aztec Ruins National Monument preserves structures and artifacts of Ancestral Pueblo people from the 1100's through 1200s. People associated with Chaco Canyon to the south built and used the structures, then people related to the Mesa Verde region to the north used the site in the 1200's. The monument was established in 1923, and designated a World Heritage Site in 1987. Acreage: 319.47IN DEPTH
Just For Kids Childrens Writing Workshop Children's Art and Writing at Aztec Ruins Teachers of grades 3-5 in San Juan County, New Mexico, may apply to participate in Aztec Ruins National Monument Children's Writing...read more
Experience More! Nearby Attractions National Park Areas: Chaco Culture National Historical Park 65mi Mesa Verde National Park 85mi Hovenweep National Monument 111mi Canyon De Chelly National Monument 166mi Hubbell...read more
Natural World Birds Birds of Aztec Ruins National Monument The riparian and pinon-juniper woodland areas, along with patches of once-cultivated grassy fields, orchards, and desert scrub all provide diverse habitats for...read more
Geology Nature & Science Natural Resources at Aztec Ruins National Monument People have long made their living in the Animas River valley of northwest New Mexico. Aztec Ruins National Monument,...read more
History People Ancestral Pueblo People at Aztec Ruins Early settlers mistakenly thought that people from the Aztec Empire in Mexico created these striking buildings. They named the site Aztec, a misnomer that...read more
Preservation Volunteer Aztec Ruins Seeking Volunteers Have you ever wanted to work in a National Park or Monument? Interested in meeting people from around the world? Background: Aztec Ruins National Monument preserves a...read more
Planning Your Visit Permits ...read more
In A Nutshell Frequently Asked Questions Orientation: Q: What is the entrance fee? A: Entrance is $5.00. Children fifteen and under free. All current "Golden" "National Park" and "America the Beautiful" passes to federal recreation...read more
Lodging & Dining Lodging Step Back Inn 103 W Aztec Blvd Aztec, NM 87410 (505)334-1200 1-800-334-1255 Enchanted Lodge Motel 1800 W Aztec Blvd Aztec, NM 87410 (505)334-6143 Miss Gail's Inn 300 South Main Aztec, NM 87410 (505)334-3452 Ruins Road RV Park and Campground 312 Ruins Road Aztec, NM...read more
Activities & Programs Traveling Trunks Traveling replica trunks can be checked out for use in your classroom. They include numerous replica artifacts, the Hisatsinom video, and a teacher's guide. The teacher's guide includes...read more
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