National Monument
El Morro National Monument is a National Monument in New Mexico. The NPS currently lists 3 active alerts (1 closure), 1 campground and 1 visitor center, and no entrance fee.
New Mexico National Monument No entrance fee
Updated · NPS Data API
“Imagine the refreshment of finding water after days of dusty travel. A reliable waterhole hidden at the base of a sandstone bluff made El Morro (the headland) a popular campsite for hundreds of years.”
Active alerts
3
Closures
1
Campgrounds
1
Visitor centers
1
3 active NPS alerts as of Oct 28, 2026: 1 closure, 0 danger, 0 caution and 2 information.
Closure
The south portion of the Headland Trail is closed due to ongoing restoration work. Access to the trail will now close at 2:30 pm daily. All hikers must be off the trails by 4:45 pm.
Posted or updated Sep 29, 2026 ·Park conditions on nps.gov
Information
Winter hours are currently in effect. El Morro is open 5 days/week, Thursday - Monday from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Mountain Time. Closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Hiking park trails when the monument is closed is not permitted.
Posted or updated Oct 14, 2026 ·Park conditions on nps.gov
Information
Due to overnight freezing temperatures, water in the campground has been shut off for the season. Visitors should plan to bring their own water. Small containers may be filled at the visitor center during business hours.
Posted or updated Oct 14, 2026 ·Park conditions on nps.gov
This site has no entrance fee, according to NPS fee data.
El Morro National Monument operates a free, nine-site campground with two vault toilets year-round. Sites are available by self-registration on a first-come, first-serve basis.
1-14 Days Year-round Pets allowed
Car or Front Country Camping
Are you interested in becoming a Junior Ranger? Ask a ranger at the front desk for an El Morro Junior Ranger book. Complete the activities during your visit and return it to receive your badge.
Pets allowed
For visitors who are unable to hike or would like to learn more about El Morro, the El Morro Visitor Center is a great stop. Learn more about the history of El Morro in the museum, by watching the park film, or chatting with a ranger.
See all 5 things to do in El Morro →
Activities the NPS lists for El Morro.
Arts and CultureAstronomyStargazingCampingCar or Front Country CampingRV CampingFoodPicnickingGuided ToursSelf-Guided Tours - WalkingHikingFront-Country HikingJunior Ranger ProgramWildlife WatchingBirdwatchingPark FilmMuseum ExhibitsShoppingBookstore and Park Store
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Summer Hours (May 24, 2026 - October 17, 2026). Park visitor center and trails open 7 days/week. Winter Hours (October 18, 2026 - May 27, 2027). Visitor center and trails open 5 days/week.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Tuesday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Thursday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Friday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Saturday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Sunday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
Weather: At an elevation of 7,219 feet (2200 meters) winters can be cold and snowy. Summers are warm with afternoon thunder showers from mid-July through mid-September. Trails can close unexpectedly due to severe weather.
| Visitor center | Standard hours | Phone | Passport stamp |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Morro Visitor Center | Daily: 9:00AM - 5:00PM | 5057834226 ext. 801 | Yes |
| Campground | Total sites | Reservable | First-come | RVs | Fee | Reserve |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Morro Campground | 9 | 0 | 9 | Yes, up to 27 ft | Free | — |
Site counts and fees are from the NPS campground data. Fees show the first listed rate; availability is not shown here — check the reservation site.
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