§ 02 — 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.
§ 03 — LOCATION
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.
Weather Notes
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.
§ 06 — CONDITIONS
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§ 07 — SIGNAL
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§ 08—11 — FROM THE FIELD
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§ 09 — REVIEWS
§ 10 — TRIP REPORTS
§ 11 — COMMUNITY PHOTOS
§ 04 — AMENITIES
§ 05 — TRAILS NEARBY
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Based on FCC availability data. Actual signal may vary in remote terrain.
Wed
92°F
Sunny
15 to 20 mph NW
Thu
89°F
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
10 to 15 mph N
Jun
86°F
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
10 mph SE
Sat
89°F
Sunny
10 to 15 mph SW
Sun
88°F
Sunny
10 to 15 mph W
Mon
90°F
Sunny
10 mph E
Tue
92°F
Sunny
5 to 10 mph SE