Blue skies and billowing clouds frequently add to the incredible viewshed that surrounds the monument grounds.
Fort Union National Monument
National Monument · NM
Exposed to the wind, within a sweeping valley of short grass prairie, and along the eroded Santa Fe Trail, lie the adobe walled ruins of the largest 19th century military fort in the region. From 1851 to 1891, Fort Union functioned as an agent of change, desired or not, in the New Mexico Territory and throughout the Southwest.
Park report
Alert: Information
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesIntermittent Road Work
Alert: Information
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesNew Mexico Road Advisories
Hours Exceptions
NoteWinter Hours of Operation; Thanksgiving Day Holiday Closure; Christmas Day Holiday Closure; New Year's Day Holiday Closure
Entrance Fee
How this is rated
Good: free entryFree — no entrance fee
Visitor Centers
Good1 visitor center
Activities Available
How this is rated
Good: many activities available7 activities
Park Name
InfoFort Union National Monument
Designation
InfoNational Monument
State(s)
InfoNM
Phone
Info505-425-8025
foun_information@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoThe monument grounds and visitor center are generally open 7 days a week, from 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM. The monument is closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, New Year's Day.
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Visitor Center: Fort Union National Monument Visitor Center
InfoSee park for hours
Activity: Guided Tours
InfoAvailable
Activity: Self-Guided Tours - Walking
InfoAvailable
Activity: Living History
InfoAvailable
Activity: Historic Weapons Demonstration
InfoAvailable
Activity: Junior Ranger Program
InfoAvailable
Activity: Shopping
InfoAvailable
Activity: Bookstore and Park Store
InfoAvailable
Theme: Archeology
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Ruins
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Forts
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Hispanic American Heritage
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Medicine
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Hospital
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Military
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: US Army
InfoFeatured at this park
Weather Info
InfoFort Union is situated at 6,760 feet above sea level. Daytime temperatures between June and September may exceed 90 degrees Fahrenheit. Winter temperatures often drop below 32 degrees Fahrenheit. Temp
Getting There
InfoFort Union National Monument is located in the Northeastern portion of the state of New Mexico. 8 miles off of Interstate I-25 on State Highway NM 161. New Mexico: From Albuquerque (156 miles), Santa
GPS Coordinates
Info35.9070° N, -105.0145° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website