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Review & FAQ:
- What is Bandelier National Monument?
- At the amazing Bandelier National Monument, you will have the chance to see how the Ancestral Pueblo people carved their homes out of sandstone, planted crops on the arid mesatops, and ground their maize by hand nearly nine hundred years ago.
- What outdoor activities are available at Bandelier?
- Besides learning about ancient history and culture, you will find a large variety of excellent outdoor activities including boating, hiking, backpacking, interpretive tours, picnicking, and even camping.
- What hiking opportunities are there?
- Hiking varies from short and easy family trails to demanding back-country hikes covering over 70 miles of trails.
- Can I stay overnight at Bandelier?
- If one short day is not enough, you can camp overnight inside the Monument or find lodging in the nearby communities of Los Alamos or White Rock.
Bandelier National Monument, 15 Entrance Rd, Los Alamos, NM 87544, Phone: 505-672-3861

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