NM
Valles Caldera National Preserve
Hours
Open daily · 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Entrance Fee
$25.00
Entrance - Private Vehicle
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Valles Caldera at a glance
- Best time
- March–May, October–November
- Trip length
- 3–5 days
- Don't miss
- Hike the Valle Grande Exploration Trail
- Nearby city
- Jemez Springs, NM
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Planning Valles Caldera National Preserve
The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics — check Alerts and Permits for live updates.
Valles Caldera uses timed entry for Valles Caldera National Preserve Backcountry Vehicle Timed Entry. TrailVerse lists 1 reservation type on the Permits tab, including Valles Caldera National Preserve Backcountry Vehicle Timed Entry. Recreation.gov listings can change seasonally — confirm current rules before you set dates.
