New-Mexico Points of Interest

Frijolito Pueblo


Frijolito Pueblo is a fascinating point of interest located within Bandelier National Monument in New Mexico. This ancient Native American site dates back over 700 years and provides visitors with a glimpse into the life and culture of the Pueblo people who once called this area home.

Visitors to Frijolito Pueblo can expect to see the remains of multi-storied dwellings, kivas (ceremonial rooms), and other structures that were built from adobe bricks and timbers. The site also features petroglyphs and other forms of rock art that depict various aspects of Pueblo life and beliefs.

One of the unique things about Frijolito Pueblo is that it is built into a cliff face, which provides both protection and a spectacular view of the surrounding landscape. Visitors can hike up to the site and explore the ruins on their own, or take a guided tour with a park ranger to learn more about the history and significance of the site.

Another reason to visit Frijolito Pueblo is the opportunity to connect with the rich cultural heritage of the Pueblo people. The site is considered a sacred place by many Native Americans, and visitors are asked to show respect for the site and its history.

Overall, Frijolito Pueblo is a must-see destination for anyone visiting Bandelier National Monument or the greater New Mexico area. Its unique location and rich history make it a fascinating place to explore and learn about the ancient cultures that once thrived in this region. Get driving directions.
FRIJOLITO PUEBLO

Points of Interest
Location
200 Year Old Ponderosa Pine Tree
24 inch Ledge on trail
Alcove
Alcove House
Back Gate Guard Station
Battleship Bunker - Creutz Test TA-18-5
Battleship Bunker - Magnetic Method TA-18-2
Beginning of Ridge Trail Section
Beginning of The Narrows
Bench Area with Interpretive Sign
Big Kiva
Cave Loop \ Slot Canyon Trail Fork
CCC Historic District
Civilian Conservation Corps Exhibit
Dead tree snag across trail
East Road Drainage Structure
Entering BLM Land
Fallen Boulder Across Trail
Frijolito Pueblo
Gun Site TA-8-1; TA-8-2; TA-8-3; TA-8-172
K-Site TA-11-1; TA11-2; TA11-3
KKTR National Monument Informative Sign
KKTR National Monument Interpretive Sign
KKTR National Monument West Informative Sign
Long House
Painted Cave
Pond Cabin TA-18-29
Q-Site TA-14-6
Road to Veterans Memorial Scenic Overlook
Rock Terraces Across Trail
S-Site TA-16-58
Shelter Cave
Slot Canyon Entrance Bench Area
Slot Canyon National Rec Trail Scenic Overlook
Slotin Building TA-18-1
Switchback on Road to Veterans Memoral Overlook
Talus House
Tee-Pee Garden
The Concrete Bowl TA-6-37
The Narrows
The Quonset Hut TA-22-1
Tyounyi Pueblo
Typical Trail Along Ridge Section
Typical Trail Below Fault B
Typical trail west of The Narrows
Tyuonyi Overlook
V-Site TA-16-516 and TA-16-517
Veterans Memorial Scenic Overlook
West Road Drainage Structure
White Rock County Visitor Center
Yapashi

Nearby Camping
Location Campsites Reservations Toilets Showers Elevation
Juniper - Bandelier National Monument 66 6,673 ft
Cochiti - Cochiti Lake 60 5,543 ft
Tetilla Peak - Cochiti Lake 51 5,553 ft

Nearby Streamflow Levels

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