La Cieneguilla Petroglyphs

A short distance from Santa Fe, La Cieneguilla Petroglyphs site offers visitors the opportunity to appreciate New Mexico’s rich history.  Walk along basaltic rock formations and view 700-year old petroglyphs left by the ancestors of the present day Pueblo people.  It is “home to one of the largest collections of Native rock art”.  Our favorite panel shows a number of Kokopelli, the humped back flute player, in a row.  View some of our photos on Pinterest.

The petroglyph site is along the Camino Real, or the Royal Road.  Spanish conquistadores and settlers traveled this route from Mexico City to New Mexico starting in the late 1500s. Moreover, America’s Mother Road, Route 66, is just north of La Cieneguilla Petroglyph site and adds to the area’s cultural richness.

The petroglyph site is along the Camino Real, or the Royal Road. Spanish conquistadores and settlers traveled this route from Mexico City to New Mexico starting in the late 1500s. Moreover, America’s Mother Road, Route 66, is just north of La Cieneguilla Petroglyph site and adds to the area’s cultural richness.

Quick Trip Facts

• Schedule: 9:00AM to 1:00PM

• Duration: 4 hours (includes round-trip transportation from pick-up to drop-off)

• Season: Best to hike late Summer through late Spring, or early in the morning

• Activity Level: Easy hike but with some rocks to maneuver around (1 to 2 mile round trip hike)

• Pricing: $649 minimum (covers 1 or 2 guests) | $162 per additional person, includes tax

Book your private guided hike!

What to Bring

• Comfortable walking/hiking shoes

• Hat and sunglasses

• Sunscreen

• Weather-appropriate clothing

Cancellation Policy

For leisure guests booking online, a full refund will be provided if you cancel 7 days before the scheduled outing.  No refund will be provided if cancellations are made less than 7 days before an outing or if there is a No Show.