Santa Rosa de Lima de Abiquiú provided a way station for travelers along the Old Spanish Trail in the 1800s. It is privately owned by the Archdiocese of Santa Fe.
Old Spanish National Historic Trail
National Historic Trail · AZ, CA, CO, NV, NM, UT
Follow the routes of mule pack trains across the Southwest on the Old Spanish National Historic Trail between Santa Fe, New Mexico, and Los Angeles, California. New Mexican traders moved locally produced merchandise across what are now six states to exchange for mules and horses.
Park report
Current Alerts
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Good: no active alerts or closuresNo active alerts
Entrance Fee
How this is rated
Good: free entryFree — no entrance fee
Activities Available
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Good: many activities available6 activities
Park Name
InfoOld Spanish National Historic Trail
Designation
InfoNational Historic Trail
State(s)
InfoAZ, CA, CO, NV, NM, UT
Phone
InfoN/A
ntir_information@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoThere are many places of history and commemoration on the Old Spanish National Historic Trail to visit. Museums, interpretive centers, and historic sites provide information and interpretation. Please contact each site before you go to obtain current information on closures, changes in hours, and fees.
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Activity: Arts and Culture
InfoAvailable
Activity: Theater
InfoAvailable
Activity: Auto and ATV
InfoAvailable
Activity: Scenic Driving
InfoAvailable
Activity: Hiking
InfoAvailable
Activity: Horse Trekking
InfoAvailable
Theme: Archeology
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Ruins
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Arts
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Photography
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Commerce
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Trade
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Explorers and Expeditions
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Hispanic American Heritage
InfoFeatured at this park
Weather Info
InfoDue to the length of Old Spanish National Historic Trail, be sure to consult local weather sources for the region you'll be visiting. Check out the forecast with the National Weather Service and searc
Getting There
InfoYou can visit many sites of the Old Spanish National Historic Trail over the 2,700-mile historic route that crosses 6 states.
GPS Coordinates
Info37.0792° N, -112.1147° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website