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Gallo Cliff Dwelling Trail
Trail
0.2 mile
0.4 kilometer
point to point
Easy
Elevation
Ascent:
53'
16 m
Descent: -34' -10 m
High: 6,275' 1,913 m
Low: 6,222' 1,896 m
Grade
Avg Grade: 7% (4°)
Max Grade: 11% (6°)
Dogs
No Dogs
Weather
Unknown
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“A short trail in the Gallo Campground past ancient cliff dwellings and petroglyphs.”
— Anne Travels
Features
Birding · Historical Significance · Wildlife
Family Friendly
A short path right in the campground (with plenty of rocks to scramble on) makes this trail good for families with young children.
Trails are closed sunset to 7a.m. The park is closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's.
Need to Know
$25/vehicle/week is required to enter Chaco Culture National Historical Park. If you're not staying in the campground, park near the restroom.
Description
Begin at the western end of the trail, across the road from the restrooms in the Gallo Campground. The path works its way along the base of the cliffs, passing petroglyphs and several ancient structures, before ending at the campground's Campfire Circle (amphitheater).
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We need help with the following missing trail information:
Photos, ADA Accessible, Flora & Fauna
Contacts
Land Manager: NPS - Chaco Culture National Park
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