VIllage of the Great Kivas
Archaeological Adventure Site
Tour information
Experience this Chacoan-outlier village site with its two “great” kivas and countless room blocks that housed over a hundred inhabitants during a period. View extensive nearby petroglyphs & pictographs that were excavated in 1930 by archaeologist Frank H. H. Roberts, Jr. This “two-tours-in-one” provides a glimpse into the culture and society from Zuni’s distant past but with links to more recent history.
This walking/hiking tour is available year-round, weather permitting, and lasts approximately 2.5-3 hours. Guests will walk about a mile through moderate to extreme terrain reaching 6,760 ft at the highest point. The trail will travel around side cliffs with high drops and no railing. This trail is not suitable for people who easily experience stress, fear, and/or anxiety.
PLEASE BE AWARE SNAKES, MOUNTAIN LIONS, AND OTHER WILDLIFE
Terrain: Moderate to Extreme
Availability: January - December
Weather Permitting
Duration: Approximately 2.5-3 hours
Length: One (1) mile
Closed-toe shoes recommended
What to Bring:
- Bottled Water
- Hat/Visor
- Sunscreen
- Walking Stick
- Light snack
Meeting Point:
Zuni Visitor's Center
1239 NM-53, Zuni, NM 87327
(505) 782-7238
Heading photo & Gallary photos courtesy of: Lynn Bowannie