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Aztec Ruins

Despite its name, the pueblos of the Aztec Ruins National Monument, like most in the southwestern U.S., were built by the ancestral Puebloan people known as the Anasazi.

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Compare nearby parks around Aztec Ruins when planning alternatives, extensions, or a follow-up trip.

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Nearby Points of Interest Around Aztec Ruins

Explore nearby points of interest around Aztec Ruins to build stop-level options beyond this park's top picks.

30.7 mi away

San Juan Skyway

The rugged 14,000-foot peaks of San Juan Mountains are in full view as you travel along this scenic byway.

30.7 mi away

Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Travel like your ancestors once did with a scenic journey on this historic railroad.

32.5 mi away

Animas River Trail

This pleasant 9.4-mile route along the Animas River is a mix of both scenic views and urban landscapes.

34.1 mi away

Balcony House

A popular ranger-led tour that pushes your fear of heights to seek out a beautiful sunrise.

34.1 mi away

Balcony House Sunrise Tour

Witness the sunrise as the Ancestral Pueblo people did for centuries at this perfect location.

34.6 mi away

Sun Point View

Looking across this canyon, it becomes self-evident how many of our ancestral people once called this place home.