Great Place to visit and hike a couple of miles to visit cave dwellings situated along beautiful cliffs. Not suited for very elderly people or those who cannot climb stairs although you can stand downstairs and view the beautiful canyons. Nice location for picture taking and learning about the area.

We drove out to Bandelier National Monument from Santa Fe. Very beautiful drive and lots of spots to get great pics along the way. We ended up buying a year pass to all the National Parks which was only $60 more than the day pass. Looking forward to get to the Grand Canyon. The staff was very helpful and informative... More 

Completed the cliff dwelling hike with my husband and 2 young kids. They really enjoyed getting to go inside the caves. The 140 foot climb was too difficult for my kids (under the age of 3) but my husband and I enjoyed it. Bring a camera because the view is amazing. Bring lots of water because the first 1/2 of... More 

I visited this park more than 20 years ago, and I can't believe how much it's gained in popularity! But I think deservedly so. If you visit in the prime summer, autumn months, it's necessary to take a shuttle from White Rock (which I don't think is really much of an inconvenience) If you enter after 3 pm, you can... More 

Definitely a must if you are stopping/driving through New Mexico. The place offers so very unique historical sights and beautiful nature views. When we visited the cars weren't allowed to enter the park so we had to stop in the small town nearby and take the bus (no worries, it's provided by the park's visitor center - it takes you... More 

We visited and hiked on a cool but beautiful fall day, and it could not have been more pleasant. At that time of year there were fewer people, and cooler, than during the summer months, so it was quiet and less hectic.

The walk is a must see. The length of time to walk the loop really depends on your speed and interest in what you are seeing. I believe the main loop was approx 2 miles. $20 per vehicle ( group because you must take the shuttle into the park until Octoberish). The self guided tour book is very informative and... More 

This is a unique and fascinating place. Recommend the tour - or parts of it. Be prepared with water for your hike. Important here. Found the trek to the cavates to be fairly simple if taken at a moderate pace. It's a mystical place.

From the Visitor Center at White Rock (with ample free parking for cars & separate lot for RVs), you are required to take a shuttle bus into the Bandelier N.M., and I’m sure glad we did! See the Bandelier website for exemptions, but that requirement to take the bus goes to Oct. 18th, 2016, between the hours of 9 AM... More