The Monastery of Christ in the Desert sits in a quiet canyon beyond Abiquiu, reached by Forest Road 151 along the Chama River. The trip is part of the experience: red walls, cottonwoods, and a long dirt road that makes the monastery feel properly withdrawn from the world.
Visitors are usually welcome in the church and public areas during posted hours, but this is an active Benedictine monastery, not a roadside attraction. Check road and visiting conditions before setting out, especially after rain or snow.