Numerous petroglyphs in the monument depict the wildlife found in this area. On your next visit, keep an eye out for images of mammals, birds, reptiles, insects, and even a few fish. You may even see the wildlife they portray. NPS Photo / Daniel Leifheit

Bark Ranger Betty wants you to B.A.R.K. When out on the trails with your dog, remember these four simple things: B = Bag your pet’s waste A = Always leash your pet R = Respect wildlife K = Know where you can go NPS Photo / Dan Leifheit #barkranger

Many of the petroglyphs here consist of geometric shapes. In fact, there are 3,279 of them scattered throughout the monument's 17-mile-long escarpment. NPS Photo / Daniel Leifheit #petroglyphnationalmonument #nationalparkservice #albuquerque #NewMexico

Did you know that the coyote is one of the most commonly seen animals here? It can also be seen depicted in petroglyphs throughout the monument's 17-mile-long escarpment. NPS Photo / Daniel Leifheit #coyote #petroglyphnationalmonument #nationalparkservice #NewMexico

Join us at the information center’s amphitheater on Sunday, April 13th from 11 am to 1 pm for Poetry at the Petroglyphs with featured poet Natachee Momaday Gray. #poetry

Introducing the Petroglyph National Monument B.A.R.K. Ranger Hall of Fame. Check out these dogs who have earned their badges at the link below. nps.gov/petr/b-a-r-k-r… #dogs #barkranger #petroglyphnationalmonument #albuquerque #NewMexico

To keep warm a chilly morning, roadrunners will stand with their backs toward the sun and raise their feathers to expose their heat absorbent dark skin and do a little sunbathing. NPS Photo / Daniel Leifheit #petroglyphnationalmonument #nationalparkservice #roadrunner

On Memorial Day we pause to honor the men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. NPS Photo #memorialday #petroglyphnationalmonument #nationalparkservice

With cacti in the monument being in bloom at the moment, a number of pollinators can be found buzzing around the flowers. One fun pollinator fact is that New Mexico is home to around 1,000 species of bees. NPS Photo #cactus #bees #petroglyphnationalmonument

Join us at the visitor information center tomorrow, June 21st as we welcome artist Amanda Lawson as she presents "Coordinates: In it, Of it A Leave No Trace art exhibit". The event will take place from 9 am to 4 pm on the patio at the visitor information center.

Did you know that the berries of the three-leaf sumac that is found in the monument have been used by people for 2,000 years? The berries were either eaten raw or brewed into a tart, lemon-flavored tea. These berries were also dried and ground to make a burnt-orange colored dye.

Happy 35th birthday to us!!! On this day (June 27th) in 1990, Petroglyph National Monument was created. Be sure to join us at the Visitor Information Center tomorrow (June 28th) from 10 AM to 3 PM for the celebration. #petroglyphnationalmonument #nationalparkservice

Bark Ranger Tuco wants you to B.A.R.K. When out on the trails with your dog, remember these four simple things: B = Bag your pet’s waste A = Always leash your pet R = Respect wildlife K = Know where you can go NPS Photo / Dan Leifheit

Join us on Saturday, July 12th at the Taylor Ranch Library in Albuquerque and become a Petroglyph National Monument Reading Ranger. The program begins at 10:30 AM. #petroglyphnationalmonument #nationalparkservice #albuquerque #newmexico

Did you know that there are over 1,700 petroglyphs depicting animals recorded in the monument? What are some of your favorites? NPS Photo / Daniel Leifheit #petroglyphnationalmonument #nationalparkservice #albuquerque #newmexico

Happy World Photography Day! Ranging from petroglyphs, wildlife, and volcanic landscapes, there are many photographic opportunities here at Petroglyph National Monument. Where is your favorite place to take pictures? NPS Photo / Daniel Leifheit #WorldPhotographyDay

Happy National Dog Day! Did you know that we have a Bark Ranger program and that your pet can earn a dog tag like Betty is wearing in this photo? Stop by the Visitor Information Center to learn more. NPS Photo / Daniel Leifheit

Boca Negra Canyon will be closed on Tuesday, September 16th due to road construction. We expect it to reopen the next day. #petroglyphnationalmonument #nationalparkservice #Albuquerque #NewMexico

During the federal government shutdown, this account will continue to share critical information about park access, safety, and resources. Some services may be limited. For more details, visit: doi.gov/shutdown

The Petroglyph National Monument Visitor Information Center and Western National Parks store will be open from 8:30am-2:00pm on Christmas Eve and will be closed on Christmas Day. We will reopen for our regular hours on December 26th. All trails will remain open.