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Gallo Cliff Dwelling Trail

3.0 (1 Rating)
A short trail in the Gallo Campground past ancient cliff dwellings and petroglyphs.
0.2
mi
Distance
61
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
BirdingFamily FriendlyHistoricalWildlife
Access Issues
Trails are closed sunset to 7a.m. The park is closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.24mi
Distance
61ft
Elevation Gain
44ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
6,280ft
High Point
6,220ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
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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