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Valle Grande from the Cabin DistrictA view into Valle Grande from the Ranger Station. Loading weather forecast... Human HealthWhat to KnowThe National Park Service (NPS) is working service-wide with federal, state, and local public health authorities to closely monitor the COVID-19 pandemic and follows guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). In areas CDC identifies as HIGH COVID-19 community level, masks are required in NPS buildings regardless of vaccination status. In LOW and MEDIUM COVID-19 community level areas, masks are optional. Signs at park buildings share the current status. When recreating, please follow state health orders and recreate responsibly by physical distancing, wearing a face covering when physical distance cannot be maintained, avoiding high risk activities, and staying home if you feel sick. The CDC has offered guidance to help people recreating in parks and open spaces prevent the spread of infectious diseases. This is a rare but serious disease that humans can contract through contact with infected rodents or their urine, saliva, blood, or droppings. Reduce exposure by staying out of structures not open to the public. Learn more at the CDC's web page on hantavirus. Fleas, which transmit bubonic plague, are present throughout the Gunnison's prairie dog colonies at Valles Caldera National Preserve. Reduce exposure by keeping your distance from prairie dogs. Learn more at the CDC's web pages on plague. FireVisitors to Valles Caldera National Preserve and the surrounding Jemez Valley will likely encounter some smoke and haze due to the Indios Fire, located about 7 miles north of Coyote in Rio Arriba County. As of June 5, this wildfire is approximately 12,000 acres in size. At this time, there is no threat to Valles Caldera National Preserve other than poor air quality. Visitors with respiratory complications or sensitivity to smoke should take necessary precautions before visiting the area. More information about the Indios Fire is available at https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/nmsnf-indios-wildfire. Road ConditionsDuring the winter season, road conditions in the Jemez Mountains can be treacherous. From December through March, NM State Route 4 is often snow-packed and icy, restricting access to Valles Caldera National Preserve. |
Last updated: June 5, 2024