Gila Cliff Dwellings
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These ruins of a pre-Columbian cliff village are among the most beautiful and well preserved in New Mexico.

šŸ“œ Pre-Columbian cliff dwellings in New Mexico, remarkably preserved in natural caves.
šŸ” Home to the Mogollon people around the 1200s for about a generation.

Why Go

šŸžļø Scenic side canyon location
🚶 Relatively easy walking path to ruins
🤫 Opportunity for solitude and reflection
🌌 Stargazing and moonlight hikes offered

Why Avoid

āš ļø Not handicap accessible, irregular stairs
šŸš— Long, winding drive (1.5 hours for 40 miles) from Silver City
šŸØ Limited lodging nearby

Tips

šŸ—“ļø Check park for moonlight hike dates
šŸ‘Ÿ Wear comfortable shoes for one-mile hike
ā±ļø Plan for a full hour and a half drive from Silver City

Cost

šŸ’° Price of admission, not standard National Park fee.

Hours

šŸ•’ Daily 9:00 am to 3:59 pm; closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Day. Last hikers allowed at 4 p.m.

Last updated 4 days ago

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