Summer programs will be announced soon! Please check back in April.
Winter ProgramsWeekend Snowshoe HikesDates: Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from January 20 - March 10 Join a ranger for a guided snowshoe hike around Cerro La Jara to learn about the many wonders of this world-renowned volcano. Meet at the Entrance Station a few minutes before the start of the program. Bring water and snacks. Wear sturdy shoes. 2 hours and about 1.5 miles (2.4 km). Snowshoe rentals are available at the Entrance Station. Winter Soundscapes Ski TourDates: January 19, February 9, February 19, and March 9 Full Moon Snowshoe HikeDates: February 23, March 22 Valles Caldera Winter FestDate: Saturday, March 9 Whether you prefer to be warm and cozy by the fire or outside in the cold and snow, you will discover winter wonderment and fun at Valles Caldera Winter Fest! Roast s'mores over a campfire while a park ranger reads a story. Warm up with a cup of hot cocoa or coffee while making winter crafts in the Ranger Station. Compete with other families to make the biggest snowman. Take a guided ski tour to listen to winter soundscapes. All of this and more will be taking place at Valles Caldera Winter Fest on Saturday, March 9. Flyfishing Clinics2024 clinic dates to be announced in AprilValles Caldera National Preserve and New Mexico Trout are partnering to offer free fishing clinics for beginner anglers this summer. Registration is required. Clinics will include classroom instruction, casting practice, and an afternoon of fishing on Valles Caldera's streams. All youth participants must be accompanied by an adult. Participants ages 12 and over must have:
Night Sky ProgramsNight sky programs are offered from May to October in conjunction with the full moon and new moon. Stay tuned for 2024 program dates! Stargazing in the CalderaTake in the majesty of the celestial sky and learn about the stars, constellations, and planetary bodies in this International Dark Sky Park. Registration required. Meet at the park's main entrance 15-30 minutes before the start of the program. Bring water, snacks, a red light, telescope, and your own seating. Wear warm clothing. 1.5 hours. Program will be cancelled if inclement weather or cloud cover is forecast. Moonlit La Jara WalkExperience the dark side of Valles Caldera and join a ranger for a hike around Cerro la Jara to discover the nocturnal wonders of the park. Registration required. Meet at the park's main entrance 15-30 minutes before the start of the program. Bring water, snacks, and a red light. Wear sturdy shoes and warm clothing. Two hours and about 1.5 miles (2.4 km). Program will be cancelled if inclement weather is forecast. National Public Lands DayNext Event: Saturday, September 28, 2024Each September, come support the park and spend a day volunteering and exploring beautiful Valles Caldera. We offer different ways to celebrate the connection between people and green space in their community, inspires environmental stewardship, and encourages use of open spaces for education, recreation, and health benefits. Volunteer ProjectsGive a morning of your time to help improve the experience at Valles Caldera. In 2023, volunteers helped construct bumper logs to protect roadside vegetation and ensured a clean environment along NM-4. At the end of the projects, volunteers enjoyed a picnic, received tokens of appreciation, and a day pass to visit a public land area for free.
Looking for more ways to get involved at Valles Caldera? Check out Volunteer - Valles Caldera National Preserve (U.S. National Park Service) (nps.gov). Ranger ProgramsRangers take visitors on a guided walks to learn more about Valles Caldera and the value of public lands. Yoga in the ParkA ranger-led gentle yoga class outdoors overlooking the majestic Valle Grande that gave visitors a chance to experience the healing benefits of public lands. Nearby ProgramsWant to experience more National Park Service interpretive programs during your visit to the Jemez Mountains? Join ranger at neighboring Bandelier National Monument or Manhattan Project National Historical Park, both approximately 30 minutes east of Valles Caldera. |
Last updated: March 9, 2024