New Mexico park closures & advisories

National Park Service

The Volcano top access is closed to all RVs, buses, attached pull trailers, or any other vehicle over 26 feet in length due to public safety concerns and limited parking.  Trailer drop-off and RV/bus parking are available at the visitor center.

Updated Nov 18, 2025

National Park Service

All park lava tube caves are closed for the winter from November 1 through April 30 to protect hibernating bats.

Updated Oct 16, 2026

National Park Service

The El Calderon Trail and parking area are closed from August 2025 through November 2026 for a major improvement project. NPS Road 100 will remain open for local traffic only, and the Continental Divide Trail will remain open for CDT thru-hikers.

Updated Sep 23, 2026Official notice ↗

National Park Service

A portion of the Inscription Loop Trail is closed from trail markers 14-15 due to rockfall from soaking rains. The rest of the Inscription Loop is open to visit by backtracking. Be aware of potential falling rocks.

Updated Nov 1, 2026

National Park Service

The south portion of the Headland Trail is closed due to ongoing restoration work. Access to the trail will now close at 2:30 pm daily. All hikers must be off the trails by 4:45 pm.

Updated Sep 30, 2026

National Park Service

Dunes Drive is open. A safety corridor is in effect between mile marker 3 and 5.5 along Dunes Drive. Visitors may drive but not stop or exit their vehicle in this area.

Updated Jan 27, 2026Official notice ↗

National Park Service

The north road remains impassable. After some clear skies the last few days, the south road is drying but is still wet in places and is extremely rough and rutted in others. Experience driving in rough/muddy conditions, high clearance, and 4WD are all recommended at this time. Some GPS units are saying the south road (…

Updated Nov 5, 2026

National Park Service

Pets are not allowed inside the visitor center at Aztec Ruins or on the trail through the Aztec West Great House. Pets are welcome in the parking lot, the picnic area, and along the Old Spanish Trail. Service animals are the only exception. Emotional support, therapy, and companion animals are not considered service an…

Updated Jan 4, 2026

National Park Service

Bandelier is in a remote location, with cell service in the canyon limited to Verizon 4G only. Services like Uber and Lyft will bring you here, but there may be no way to contact a ride out. Please plan your pickup before being dropped off at Bandelier.

Updated Dec 2, 2023

National Park Service

Numerous visitors have been routed to remote trailheads and out-of-the-way roads trying to use GPS to reach the main park area or shuttle stop.

Updated Dec 2, 2023Official notice ↗

National Park Service

Capulin Volcano only accepts credit/debit cards for entrance fees. Our cooperating association Park Store accepts cash, credit/debit cards, and checks. There are limited cash only entrance passes available through our cooperating association Park Store.

Updated Nov 13, 2025Official notice ↗

National Park Service

Capulin Volcano Highway is now a roadway shared by multiple users that include vehicles, hikers, bikers, walkers and runners. Dogs on a minimum 6-foot leash are also allowed on the roadway. Be watchful of others that are present on the highway. Follow the new traffic flow signs and keep vehicle and bicycle speeds at th…

Updated Jul 24, 2026Official notice ↗

National Park Service

Reservations are highly recommended and can be purchased by clicking "more" or calling 877-444-6777. Reservations only select the entry time. Upon arrival at the visitor center, an entrance pass must be purchased.

Updated Apr 5, 2024Official notice ↗

National Park Service

Fire restrictions have been lifted at Carlsbad Caverns which means that fires such as charcoal fires in grills and the use of camp stoves or portable grills will be allowed. Igniting and maintaining an open fire must be done with materials that are commonly used for warmth and food preparations such as natural firewood…

Updated Nov 18, 2025

National Park Service

For safety, closed-toe shoes with good traction are recommended. Flip flops, sandals, and some walking shoes have little or no traction and increase the possibility of slips, trips, and falls. Watch your step and use the handrails when necessary.

Updated Sep 19, 2018

National Park Service

A disease known as White-Nose Syndrome is killing bats in North America. To prevent it from spreading to our bats, do not wear shoes, clothing, or bring any gear into any cave at Carlsbad Caverns National Park that were in another cave.

Updated Apr 9, 2024Official notice ↗

National Park Service

Some areas of the park including Walnut Canyon Desert Drive, Yucca Canyon Trail, and Slaughter Canyon Trail will remain closed after extensive flood damage. No backcountry permits will be issued until further notice. The main park road to the visitor center and cavern is open.

Updated Oct 28, 2026Official notice ↗

National Park Service

NPS 300 to Big Tubes is wet and muddy in spots. A high clearance, four-wheel-drive vehicle is required. The road past Big Tubes is very rough and only accessible to high-clearance, four-wheel-drive vehicles.

Updated Nov 2, 2026Official notice ↗

National Park Service

Winter hours are currently in effect. El Morro is open 5 days/week, Thursday - Monday from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Mountain Time. Closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Hiking park trails when the monument is closed is not permitted.

Updated Oct 15, 2026

National Park Service

Due to overnight freezing temperatures, water in the campground has been shut off for the season. Visitors should plan to bring their own water. Small containers may be filled at the visitor center during business hours.

Updated Oct 15, 2026

National Park Service

Fort Union National Monument is CLOSED on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day each year. The closure includes all park grounds and facilities.

Updated Sep 23, 2026

National Park Service

The New Mexico Department of Transportation updates its map of road advisories regularly. Visitors are encouraged to look for any possible road advisories along their route of travel beforehand.

Updated Nov 6, 2024Official notice ↗

National Park Service

Pack it in, pack it out! There are no trash services in or around the monument. All food & trash must be secured inside a vehicle. Ravens routinely open zipped bags & tear into trash bags left outside or in the bed of a truck.

Updated Mar 28, 2025

National Park Service

Pets are not allowed onto the Gila Cliff Dwelling Trail. Kennels are available at the Trailhead on a First Come First Serve basis and are available to those that are going on the Cliff Dwelling Trail not the Wilderness trails.

Updated Aug 24, 2025

National Park Service

There is NO water at the scorpion campgrounds and the trailhead for the cliff dwellings. Water is available at the Visitor Center, Woody's corral and TJ's corral.

Updated Sep 25, 2025

National Park Service

Taxi and ride-share services are often not available in Pecos. Even if services like Uber and Lyft will bring you here, it can be very difficult to secure a ride out. Please ensure you have a departure plan in place before being dropped off at Pecos.

Updated Dec 23, 2025

National Park Service

This is an urban park. Don't hide valuables inside your car. Carry items with you on hike. Lock your vehicle and set car alarm. Report suspicious persons loitering/peeking in cars. Call 928-638-7805

Updated Sep 29, 2025

National Park Service

DO NOT drop off your passengers at the visitor center. No trail access. Visitors must be driven to a trail system from the visitor center. If passengers want to go to the visitor center, WAIT FOR THEM in the parking lot until they come back out.

Updated Sep 5, 2025Official notice ↗

National Park Service

Bicycles are ONLY allowed at the following locations: 1 - On the Boca Negra Canyon paved multiuse path; bicycles must remain on the paved bike path. 2 - On the crusher fine trail that winds in and out of the park around the mesa top above Boca Negra.

Updated Dec 3, 2019

National Park Service

The Abó Visitor Center will be closed on Sunday, November 8. The Abó Unit, including parking lot and trails will remain open from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. The Mountainair Headquarters and Quarai visitor centers will be open. We apologize for the inconvenience. For questions, please contact the Mountainair Headquarters Visit…

Updated Oct 30, 2026

National Park Service

Valles Caldera's backcountry road system opens to vehicles on Friday, May 15, 2026. Forty vehicles passes will be issued per day through November 15, when the route closes for the 2026 season. Passes may be reserved up to 3 months in advance at Recreation.gov. Any remaining daily passes will be available on a first com…

Updated May 15, 2026Official notice ↗

National Park Service

The VC09/South Valle Toledo/Posos Trail from the Valle Toledo parking area to the eastern park boundary is closed for restoration. The NPS is working on a trail reroute and will provide details as soon as possible.

Updated Nov 20, 2025Official notice ↗

National Park Service

Backcountry camping at the park is closed. There is no established opening date at this time.

Updated Aug 22, 2024

National Park Service

Due to the active safety corridor, the Interdune Boardwalk is closed. Please visit the park visitor center to learn about other options during your visit.

Updated Jul 26, 2024

National Park Service

From time to time the missile range that surrounds the park performs military testing that may require the closure of the park or Highway 70. Please plan your visit around upcoming military tests.

Updated Jan 2, 2024Official notice ↗

National Park Service

There is limited space for parking for recreational vehicles and trailers in the parking lot directly in front (south) of the visitor center. RVs are asked to not park in the lot behind the visitor center. There is no parking space for tractor trailers.

Updated Feb 5, 2019