US National Monument: Petroglyph National Monument - New Mexico (1990)

Petroglyph National Monument is a unique archaeological site located in New Mexico.

Here, visitors can discover one of the most extensive and diverse petroglyphs in North America.

It has over 20,000 petroglyphs dating back to early Native Americans and Spanish settlers.

The monument covers 17 miles of Albuquerque's West Mesa and visitors can explore on their own or join a guided tour.

The best time to visit is from October to April when the climate is milder.

Some of the most popular attractions include the Rinconada Canyon, Boca Negra Canyon and Piedras Marcadas Canyon.

At the monument, visitors can also explore the Volcanoes, a volcanic field consisting of dormant and extinct cinder cones.

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