Juniper Family Campground

• Only group sites are reservable. all other sites on first come first served basis
• Juniper Family Campground is located on the mesa above Frijoles Canyon, where the main archaeological sites are found. There are 3 loops in the campground named for local wildlife: Abert's Squirrel Loop, Black Bear Loop, and Coyote Loop. The campground is located in the pinyon-juniper woodland which means there is minimal shade as both of these types of trees are short. An occasional Ponderosa pine towers above the other vegetation providing some shade especially in the Coyote Loop of the campground. The campground is paved and each campground space includes a picnic table and in-ground grill. Each loop also has a restroom facility with a paved walkway leading to it. There are no hookups or showers in the campground but there is a dump station located just adjacent to it.

Ponderosa Group Campground

• The 2 sites are available by reservation only

360 Degree Views Tsankawi Guided Hike Stop 10

Alcove House Pueblo Loop Trail Stop 22

Ancient Life Pueblo Loop Trail Stop 1

Big Kiva Pueblo Loop Trail Stop 4

Burnt Mesa

Trail description and location for the Burnt Mesa Trail.

• The Burnt Mesa Trailhead is located less than .5 miles west of TA 49 on Highway 4. This easy trail is relatively flat and an excellent place to see summer wildflowers, birds, and butterflies. The 2.5 mile (one way) trail traverses the mesas and ends at a steep drop-off into a side canyon of Frijoles Canyon

Carved Trail Tsankawi Guided Hike Stop 16

Cavate Pueblo Loop Trail Stop 14

Cave Kiva Pueblo Loop Trail Stop 15

Civilian Conservation Corp Guide Tour Stop 7

Civilian Conservation Corp Guided Tour Intro

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Civilian Conservation Corp Guided Tour Stop 9

Civilian Conservation Corp Tour Stop 1

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Civilian Conservation Corp Tour Stop 3

Civilian Conservation Corp Tour Stop 4

Conclusion Tsankawi Guided Hike Stop 20

Encouraged Plants Tsankawi Guided Hike Stop 13

Entering Tyuonyi Pueblo Loop Trail Stop 7

Exiting Tyuonyi Pueblo Loop Trail Stop 9

Fallen Rock Tsankawi Guided Hike Stop 15

Falls Trail

Falls Trail Tour - Introduction

Falls Trail Tour - Stop 1

Falls Trail Tour - Stop 10

Falls Trail Tour - Stop 11

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Falls Trail Tour - Stop 15

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Falls Trail Tour - Stop 2

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Farming Tsankawi Guided Hike Stop 19

Fire Tyuonyi Overlook Trail Stop 4

First Cavate Pueblo Loop Trail Stop 11

Frey Trail

Frey Trail Pueblo Loop Trail Stop 16

Bandelier National Monument Visitor Center

• Bandelier National Monument Visitor Center
• The Bandelier National Monument Visitor Center is located in Frijoles Canyon.

• Become a Bandelier Junior Ranger
• Information on our junior ranger program at Bandelier

• Hike the Main Pueblo Loop Trail
• Summary, things to see, and maps of the famous Pueblo Loop Trail in Bandelier National Monument.

• Hike the Frijoles Canyon & Rim Trail
• Get details about hiking the Frijoles Loop trail.

• Hike the Frey Trail
• Learn about the Frey trail, including roundtrip mileage, time, and what you will see.

• Cerro Grande Trail
• Trail description, including roundtrip mileage and what to expect along the way.

• Cross-Country Ski the Blue & Orange Trails
• Cross-country skiing and other winter recreational activities are available at Bandelier National Monument.

• Alamo Boundary Trail
• Learn more about the Alamo Boundary Trail, including roundtrip mileage and where to start the hike.

• Hiking in Bandelier
• Hiking in Bandelier? Find trail recommendations, download maps, and explore the sites in Bandelier National Monument.

• Bandelier Wildlife Viewing
• Wildlife is always in the park but not always easy to see. Keep your eyes open as you hike the trails and be amazed at what you may find.

• Alcove House
• Learn about the hike and ladder-climb at Bandelier's Alcove House.

• Picnicking at Bandelier
• Bandelier provides multiple options for picnicking and other day-use activities.

• Camping at Bandelier
• Camping and campground information for Bandelier National Monument.

• Tyuonyi Overlook Trail
• Learn about the Tyuonyi Overlook Trail, including roundtrip mileage and where to start the hike.

• Short Trails
• Explore Bandelier's scenery and cultural heritage on its many short hiking trails.

• Hike the Upper Falls Trail
• Description of the Falls Trails.

• Hike the Tsankawi Loop Trail
• Learn everything you need to know about hiking the Tsankawi Loop Trail.

• The Frijolito Loop Trail
• Find out about hiking the Frijolito Loop trail at Bandelier National Monument.

• Long Trails
• Description of Bandelier backcountry and links for longer trails

• Explore the Yapashi Pueblo
• Description of the Yapashi Pueblo and details about the hike.

1. Guided Tour to the Pueblo Loop Trail and Alcove House

The Pueblo Loop Trail is 1.4 miles roundtrip and takes visitors to some of the best Ancestral Pueblo sites in the park. Alcove House is an extra mile roundtrip out and back that can be added to the Pueblo Loop Trail and allows visitors to climb 140 feet of ladders and stairs into a site in a natural alcove above Frijoles Canyon.

2. Tsankawi Guided Tour

Tsankawi is located approximately 12 miles from the main section of Bandelier National Monument. The trail is 1.5 miles roundtrip and takes several hours. Ladders are part of this trail and can not be avoided if you want to do the entire loop trail. The trail is very exposed to the elements. Water, sunscreen, and a good hat are highly recommended.

3. Falls Trail Tour

Explore the unique geology, flora, and fauna of Bandelier as you walk 1.5 miles (one way) to an overlook where you can see Upper Falls, Frijoles Creek, and the Rio Grande.

4. Tyuonyi Overlook Trail With Descriptions

The Tyuonyi Overlook Trail starts near Juniper Family Campground and travels to the rim of Frijoles Canyon, providing outstanding views. There is no access to Frijoles Canyon from this trail, which is 2.2 miles round trip with minimal elevation change. Water, sunscreen, and a hat are recommended during all seasons.

5. Civilian Conservation Corps District Self Guided Tour

One of Bandelier's unique features is the evidence of the many labors of the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) which had a camp and worked in Bandelier in the 1930's. This self-guided tour will take you around this historic district and describe some of those unique CCC features.