Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument
Designation: National Monument
Location: New Mexico
📘 Park Overview
Tucked away in the middle of New Mexico you’ll find Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument. Its three distinct sites offer a glimpse into a unique time in history—a time entrenched with cultural borrowing, conflict and struggles. These sites continue to stand as reminders of the Spanish and Pueblo peoples’ early encounters and prompt exploration of today’s interactions among different people.
🌤 Weather Information
Salinas Pueblo Missions is located at an elevation of 6100-6500 ft (1860-1980 m) in an arid climate. Average annual rainfall is about 15 inches. Winters can be cold and snowy. Summer highs are above 90°F/32°C with cool evenings. The months of June-September often have thunderstorms. Flash flooding may occur in the area. Abó is especially prone to road closures as a result. Spring highs average 75°F/24°C. Fall temperatures are a little cooler. High winds often occur, which may result in trail closures.
🚗 Directions
Reach the Mountainair Headquarters by taking I-25 south from Albuquerque to Belen, then NM 47 diagonally to US 60, then east 21 miles to Mountainair. To travel the historic highway route (Turquoise Highway) from the north, take I-40 east from Albuquerque to NM 337, drive south 47 miles (76K) to junction with NM State Highway 55. Proceed right (west) on Hwy 55 about 16 miles (26 K). Turn right on Highway 60 and proceed one block to HQ. Information on the ruins & surrounding area is available here.
Images
Quarai Mission in Spring
Credit: NPS Photo
An overview of the Quarai Mission, seen from the west.
Credit: NPS Photo
An annular eclipse was visible from Gran Quivira in 2012. A special program allowed visitors to experience this amazing celestial event.
Credit: NPS Photo
An overview of kivas at Gran Quivira
Credit: NPS Photo
An overview of the Abó Mission with the convento in the foreground.
Credit: NPS Photo
A view inside the Abó Church looking north. A nice carpet of grass is usually present during summer months.
Credit: NPS Photo
Activities
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Operating Hours
Entrance Fees
No entrance fees listed.
Entrance Passes
No entrance passes listed.
3-Day Weather Forecast
Friday, Feb 20
Partly Cloudy
High: 45.9°F | Low: 25.5°F
Humidity: 64%
Wind: 36.5 mph
Rain Chance: 0%
UV Index: 1
Sunrise: 06:43 AM
Sunset: 05:53 PM
Moon: Waxing Crescent (7%)
Visibility: 6 mi
Dew Point: 27.6°F
Cloud Cover: 0%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Saturday, Feb 21
Sunny
High: 49.1°F | Low: 21°F
Humidity: 41%
Wind: 12.5 mph
Rain Chance: 0%
UV Index: 1.2
Sunrise: 06:42 AM
Sunset: 05:54 PM
Moon: Waxing Crescent (14%)
Visibility: 6 mi
Dew Point: 22.4°F
Cloud Cover: 0%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Sunday, Feb 22
Cloudy
High: 51.4°F | Low: 25.9°F
Humidity: 32%
Wind: 9.6 mph
Rain Chance: 0%
UV Index: 0.8
Sunrise: 06:41 AM
Sunset: 05:54 PM
Moon: Waxing Crescent (23%)
Visibility: 6 mi
Dew Point: 24.2°F
Cloud Cover: 0%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Weather Alerts (3)
Red Flag Warning issued February 20 at 2:36AM MST until February 20 at 6:00PM MST by NWS Albuquerque NM
Effective: Feb 20, 2026 4:36am
Expires: Feb 20, 2026 8:00pm
...RED FLAG WARNING TODAY FROM 9 AM TO 6 PM FOR THE NORTHEAST AND
EAST CENTRAL PLAINS, AND CENTRAL HIGHLANDS, DUE TO STRONG WINDS
AND LOW HUMIDITY...
.Persistently strong flow aloft, an area of low pressure at the
surface over the northeast corner of New Mexico, and very dry
fuels over northeast and east central parts of the state will
result in critical fire weather conditions again today. Wind
speeds will be stronger today than they were Thursday, with
westerly gusts reaching 50 to 60 mph.
* AREA AND TIMING...Northeast Plains (Zone 104), East Central
Plains (Zone 126), and Central Highlands (Zone 125) today from
9 AM to 6 PM MST.
* 20 FOOT WINDS...West winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60
mph.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...Minimum values between 12 and 19 percent.
* IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly.
Outdoor burning is not recommended.
High Wind Warning issued February 20 at 7:37AM MST until February 20 at 5:00PM MST by NWS Albuquerque NM
Effective: Feb 20, 2026 9:37am
Expires: Feb 20, 2026 5:45pm
* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected.
* WHERE...Central Highlands, Guadalupe County, East Slopes Sangre de
Cristo Mountains, Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Eastern San
Miguel County, and Northeast Highlands.
* WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially
for high profile vehicles.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Blowing snow is likely to reduce visibility to
as low as one-half mile in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains at times.
Wind Advisory issued February 20 at 7:37AM MST until February 20 at 5:00PM MST by NWS Albuquerque NM
Effective: Feb 20, 2026 9:37am
Expires: Feb 20, 2026 5:45pm
* WHAT...West winds 30 to 39 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected.
* WHERE...Portions of central, east central, north central,
northeast, and southeast New Mexico.
* WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs may be blown down. Expect strong crosswinds on north-to-south
oriented roadways.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow amounts of 2 to 4 inches (higher on
mountain peaks) are also expected. Blowing snow may reduce
visibility at times.
Park Alerts
Park Events
Story Telling Hour with Anthony Ryan Edaakie!
Join us for a magical evening at the Story Telling Hour with Anthony Ryan Edaakie of the Zuni Pueblo! Anthony is the Ancestral Lands Conservation Corps Intern at Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument!
Dive into the enchanting tale of The Land of Everlasting Winter and connect with the rich heritage of the Zuni Pueblo and Salinas Province.
Bring your family and friends for an unforgettable experience filled with laughter and connection! Don’t miss this chance to celebrate storytelling in our community!
Location: Manzano Mountain Art Council – 101 Broadway, Mountainair, NM 87036
Date: Jan 30, 2026 12:00am to Jan 30, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Visitor Center & Contacts
📍 Physical Address:
Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument
105 South Ripley Avenue
Mountainair, NM 87036-0517
🏤 Mailing Address:
Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument
PO Box 517
Mountainair, NM 87036-0517
📞 Voice Phone: 5058472585
✉️ Email: sapu_interp@nps.gov