New-Mexico Points of Interest

Veterans Memorial Scenic Overlook


The Veterans Memorial Scenic Overlook is a popular attraction located in the Rio Grande-Santa Fe watershed of New Mexico. The overlook provides visitors with stunning views of the surrounding landscape, including the Rio Grande River and the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. The memorial was established to honor the service and sacrifice of the men and women who have served in the United States military. Visitors can explore the memorial plaza, which includes a flagpole, seating area, and interpretive panels that provide information about the history of the area and the role of veterans in American society.

There are several good reasons to visit the Veterans Memorial Scenic Overlook. In addition to the breathtaking views, visitors can take a leisurely stroll along the nearby walking trails, which wind through the surrounding hills and offer additional vistas of the region. The area is also rich in cultural and historical significance, with nearby attractions including the Taos Pueblo, the San Francisco de Asis Mission Church, and the historic town of Santa Fe. Visitors may also encounter a variety of wildlife, including elk, deer, and birds of prey, making the overlook an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts and wildlife watchers. Get driving directions.
VETERANS MEMORIAL SCENIC OVERLOOK

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
Cochiti - Cochiti Lake 60 5,543 ft
Las Conchas 9 8,422 ft
Coronado Numerous 5,087 ft