Petroglyph

Boca Negra Canyon

Bernalillo County, NM

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Most developed petroglyph day-use area in Petroglyph National Monument: three short self-guided trails (Mesa Point, Macaw, Cliff Base) with paved segments, shade, restrooms, and drinking water. About 100 petroglyphs can be viewed in roughly one hour. The only fully developed canyon unit in the monument.

Field facts

RegionBernalillo County, NM
Coordinates35.1610, -106.7190
ARPARock art is protected by federal law (ARPA) — do not touch, chalk, wet, or deface the panels.
CountyBernalillo
ManagerNational Park Service (Petroglyph National Monument)
TrailsMesa Point, Macaw, Cliff Base (~1 hr combined)
Address6900 Atrisco Dr NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120

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