BLM day-use rock-art site on basalt cliffs above the Santa Fe River southwest of Santa Fe Airport. Hundreds of petroglyphs (flute players, birds, geometric designs) attributed mainly to Keresan-speaking Pueblo people of the 13th–17th centuries, with Spanish-colonial era images as well; short marked loop from a gravel parking lot on Airport Road / Paseo Real.
Field facts
| Region | Santa Fe County, NM |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 35.6087, -106.1200 |
| ARPA | Rock art is protected by federal law (ARPA) — do not touch, chalk, wet, or deface the panels. |
| Era | Primarily 1200s–1600s Pueblo; some colonial |
| Trail | ~1 mile loop |
| Manager | BLM Taos Field Office |
| Fee | Free day use |
Nearby locations
Nearby amenities
- Rec areaLa Cienequilla Petroglyphs0 km away
- CampgroundTETILLA PEAK17.2 km away
- Rec areaCerrillos Hills State Park18.3 km away
- Rec areaCochiti Lake18.9 km away
- CampgroundCochiti Campground18.9 km away
- Rec areaGalisteo Dam18.9 km away
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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