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National Historical Park · NM

Chaco Culture National Historical Park

Explore the monumental structures and breathtaking landscape at Chaco, a thriving regional center for the ancestral Pueblo people from 850 to 1250 CE (Common Era), through hiking & biking trails, ranger guided tours & programs, and more. Chaco Canyon is a sacred and deeply personal place for many Indigenous peoples throughout the Southwest. Please visit with respect.

Entrance fees

  • Entrance - Private Vehicle

    This fee allows all persons traveling in one private, non-commercial vehicle (car/truck/van) to enter the park to visit for up to 7 days from the date of purchase.

    $25.00

  • Entrance - Per Person

    This fee allows a single individual traveling on foot, bicycle, or as individuals traveling together in a vehicle as a non-commercial, organized group to enter the park to visit for up to 7 days from the date of purchase.

    $15.00

  • Entrance - Motorcycle

    Valid for 7 days. Admits up to 2 private, non-commercial motorcycles with up to 4 total passengers.

    $20.00

  • Commercial Entrance - Van

    This fee for commercial entrance is charged per vehicle and based on the capacity of the vehicle.

    $40.00

  • Commercial Entrance - Motor Coach

    This fee for commercial entrance is charged per vehicle and based on the capacity of the vehicle.

    $100.00

  • Entrance - Non-commercial Groups

    Non-commercial groups are charged per vehicle and based on the capacity of the vehicle. For vehicles with a seating capacity of 15 or fewer, the fee is $25. For vehicles with a seating capacity of 16 or more, the fee is $15/person up to the commercial fee rate. Interagency passes may be used for entry in lieu of the $15/person fee.

    $25.00

  • Entrance - Education/Academic Groups

    If you represent an academic institution, you may be eligible for a fee waiver. Download and complete the Academic Fee Waiver and mail it to the park at least two weeks prior to your intended visit. We will notify you of the approval or disapproval of your application before your arrival. Please call 505-786-7014 for any additional questions about this process.

    $0.00

  • Commercial Entrance - Sedan

    This fee for commercial entrance is charged per vehicle and based on the capacity of the vehicle.

    $40.00

  • Commercial Entrance - Mini-bus

    This fee for commercial entrance is charged per vehicle and based on the capacity of the vehicle.

    $40.00

Operating hours

Chaco Culture National Historical Park

All hiking trails and archaeological sites are open from 7am until 9:00pm from May 1-October 31. The visitor center is open from 9:00am-5:00pm daily. At 8:30 PM, you must be leaving or if you are camping, you need to be back in the campground.

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