PECOS NATIONAL HISTORIC PARK
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Pecos National Historical Park is located in New Mexico and is a must-visit destination for history buffs. The park preserves the ruins of Pecos Pueblo, a former Native American settlement, and the remains of a Spanish mission.
Visitors can explore the Pecos Pueblo Trail, a 1.25-mile self-guided tour that takes you through the village's ruins, including a kiva, a ceremonial room, and a reconstructed pueblo house. The Spanish Mission Trail leads you to the remains of the mission church, which was built in the 1600s.
Aside from the historical sites, the park is also known for its beautiful landscape and wildlife. Visitors can hike along the trails that wind through the park's forests, meadows, and canyons. The park is also home to a diverse range of birds, including eagles, hawks, and owls.
The best time to visit Pecos National Historical Park is during the spring and fall seasons when the weather is mild, and the park is less crowded. Summer can be hot, and winter can be cold and snowy.
Overall, Pecos National Historical Park is a fascinating and beautiful destination that offers a glimpse into the region's rich history.
Until 2024-07-27T00:00:00-06:00 • National Weather Service
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central, northeast, and west central New Mexico, including the following areas, in central New Mexico, Central Highlands, Estancia Valley, Lower Rio Grande Valley, Middle Rio Grande Valley including the Albuquerque Metro Area, San Agustin Plains and Adjacent Lowlands, Sandia and Manzano Mountains including Edgewood and South Central Highlands. In north central New Mexico, Espanola Valley, Glorieta Mesa Including Glorieta Pass, Jemez Mountains, Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Santa Fe Metro Area, Tusas Mountains Including Chama and Upper Rio Grande Valley. In northeast New Mexico, Northeast Highlands. In west central New Mexico, San Francisco River Valley and Southwest Mountains. * WHEN...Until midnight MDT tonight. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Slow-moving thunderstorms will be capable of producing heavy rainfall, with rates of up to 1 inch per hour. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
July 26, 2024
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