Jemez Springs, NM – Due to the lapse of federal appropriations and the subsequent shutdown of the federal government, all access to Valles Caldera National Preserve is closed for the safety and protection of visitors and park resources.

Many other national park sites across the country will remain as accessible as possible while still following all applicable laws and procedures. Many other national park sites across the country will remain as accessible as possible while still following all applicable laws and procedures. Please visit here and select “Find a Park” for additional information about access to other parks and sites in this area. However, because of the federal government shutdown, NPS social media and websites are not being monitored or updated and may not reflect current conditions.

For updates on the shutdown, please visit here.