Three Rivers Petroglyph Site, Eastern New Mexico Travel Guide

Getting There

• Car

  If you're driving from Alamogordo, head east on US-70 E for approximately 15 miles. Take the exit for US-54 N toward Tularosa. Continue on US-54 N for about 12 miles until you reach the junction with NM-70. Turn left onto NM-70 W and follow it for about 5 miles. You'll see signs for the Three Rivers Petroglyph Site. Turn onto 3 Rivers Rd, and follow it to the site entrance, which is located at 455 3 Rivers Rd, Tularosa, NM 88352.

• Public Transportation

  Currently, there are limited public transportation options directly to the Three Rivers Petroglyph Site. Your best option is to take a Greyhound bus to Alamogordo, NM. From Alamogordo, you may need to use a rideshare service like Uber or Lyft to reach the site as there are no direct public transport routes. The rideshare will take approximately 20 minutes and cost around $20-$30 depending on demand.

• Rideshare from Alamogordo

  If you are in Alamogordo, you can use a rideshare service (Uber or Lyft) directly to the Three Rivers Petroglyph Site. Input the destination address (455 3 Rivers Rd, Tularosa, NM 88352) in the app. This ride is about 20 minutes long and can cost between $20-$30, depending on the time of day and demand.

• Bicycle

  For the adventurous, biking to the Three Rivers Petroglyph Site can be a scenic option. From Alamogordo, take US-70 E, then US-54 N towards Tularosa. This route is approximately 27 miles and may take about 2-3 hours depending on your cycling speed. Ensure you have plenty of water and snacks, as there are limited stops along the way.