Jennifer N.
9/18/2025
Rio Grande Del Norte is vast-there are many different areas to explore and various corners of this national monument that range from moderately trafficked to fairly remote. Taos.org has a great...
Rio Grande del Norte National Monument
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Embudo, NM 87531
The Rio Grande del Norte National Monument, located in the northern Rio Grande Valley rift zone of New Mexico, features rugged plains at an average elevation of 7,000 feet, volcanic cones, and steep canyons carved by the Rio Grande. This area has a rich history of human activity dating back to prehistoric times, with evidence including petroglyphs and ancient dwellings, alongside remnants of more recent homesteading from the 1930s.
The monument serves as a vital habitat for wintering wildlife and offers a diverse range of recreational opportunities such as whitewater rafting, hunting, fishing, hiking, mountain biking, and camping. Visitors can explore the unique geological features and cultural resources while adhering to regulations that protect the area's natural and historical significance.
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Tanja N.
12/26/2023
We took an hour walk on the West Rim Trail that's part of Rio Grande del Norte National Monument while visiting the Rio Grande bridge in late May 2023. The trail starts right at the parking lot...
Scott L.
9/1/2020
First you gotta ask yourself: can I hike the 3.6 mile round trip to see one of the most spectacular vistas in a state known for spectacular vistas? If so, park and walk straight on the...
Cliff K.
11/14/2021
Río Grande del Norte National Monument-While I was in Amarillo at a hotel in the back parking lot. I said hello to a Latino indigenous looking person. We both had a cup of coffee in our hands...
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