Pecos National Historical Park
Pecos, NM
The ruins of a large pueblo and a Spanish mission church on a ridge, along a short trail. Travelers on the Santa Fe Trail camped nearby.
- Nearest town
- Pecos, NM
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- 35.5500, -105.6860
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in April, June and August. Cold, short days in January. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Nearby
Campsites nearby
- KOA KampgroundMotorhome stopover8 mi from Pecos National Historical ParkMotorhomes
- RV SiteMotorhome stopover16 mi from Pecos National Historical ParkMotorhomesElectricity
- Los Suenos de Santa FeMotorhome stopover19 mi from Pecos National Historical ParkMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterToiletsWaste disposal
- Panchuela CampgroundCampsite19 mi from Pecos National Historical ParkTentsDogs allowed
- Santa Fe Skies RV ParkMotorhome stopover20 mi from Pecos National Historical ParkMotorhomesElectricityWaste disposalWi-Fi
- Las Vegas New Mexico KOA JourneyMotorhome stopover24 mi from Pecos National Historical ParkMotorhomes
All campsites in New Mexico · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Pecos National Historical Park?
Pecos National Historical Park is in Pecos, NM, at GPS 35.5500, -105.6860. It is about 17 mi from Santa Fe.
Can you camp near Pecos National Historical Park?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Tent Camping Site, about 5 mi away; within 25 mi there are 33 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Pecos National Historical Park?
Pecos National Historical Park is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: On the Santa Fe Trail: Trinidad to Santa Fe.
What is there to see near Pecos National Historical Park?
Places worth a stop nearby: Santa Fe Plaza (17 mi), Georgia O’Keeffe Museum (17 mi), Meow Wolf – House of Eternal Return (19 mi) and Cerrillos Hills State Park (26 mi).
When is the best time to visit Pecos National Historical Park?
The most pleasant months are usually May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in April, June and August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)