Petroglyph National Monument

Albuquerque, New Mexico

Petroglyph National Monument

Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico
Category: Historical Places

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Ancient Rock Carvings

Petroglyph National Monument stretches 17 miles along Albuquerque's West Mesa. It protects one of the largest petroglyph sites in North America, featuring designs and symbols carved onto volcanic rocks by Native Americans and Spanish settlers 400 to 700 years ago. Visitors can hike trails to view these ancient cultural expressions.