A petroglyph of a macaw parrot on a dark volcanic boulder.
5-60 Minutes

Boca Negra Canyon

Petroglyph National Monument

Visiting Boca Negra Canyon.

If you only have one hour to visit the monument, Boca Negra Canyon is the place for you. Located off of Unser Boulevard, ¼ mile north of Montaño. Combined walking time is approximately 1 hour. Although each trail is very short, they vary in difficulty as follows: Mesa Point - strenuous, Macaw - moderate, Cliff Base - moderate. This unit of petroglyphs National Monument is owned, staffed, and managed by the City of Albuquerque Open Space Division. Open 8:30 am - 4:30 Petroglyph daily. Last entry at 4:00 pm is strictly enforced.Open 8:30 am - 4:30 pm daily. Last entry at 4:00 pm is strictly enforced.

Tags

Front-Country HikingArcheologyGeologyNative American HeritageScenic ViewsTrailsVolcanoes

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Duration

5-60 Minutes

Duration Details

Mesa Point Trail: 30 minutes Macaw Trail: 5 minutes Cliff Base Trail: 15 minutes

Fees Apply

No

Seasons

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Time of Day

Day

Accessibility

Boca Negra Canyon has partly paved paths but are not stroller or wheelchair accessible. An ADA view scope is available for viewing petroglyphs at the patio by the restrooms.

Pets

No — Pets are not allowed on the trails. (Service animals are allowed.)

Reservations

No

Location

Boca Negra Canyon

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