Great Hike! It seems like you're on an alien planet. Absolutely a must see! Wear good shoes and bring water with you. There are picnic tables near the parking area. We enjoyed our lunch in the shade after our hike and it was very pleasant.

This is my favorite hike. I love the slot canyons and the different beauty this hike has to offer. It is steep in some places and bring plenty of water and snacks. It is only a 1.5 mile hike one way but don’t let that...More

The Monument is beautiful, but the hiking can be a challenge. The Cave Loop Trail is 1.2 miles long, rated as easy. The more difficult Canyon Trail is a 1.5-mile, one-way trek into a narrow canyon with a steep (630-ft) climb to the mesa top...More

The National Monument has excellent lower trails that are an easy walk. The slot canyon trail is a little more of an effort but the view at the top is worth it. Make sure that you have water with you. There were people that were...More

Take plenty of water and be ready for a climb. This hike is moderate to difficult. Proper shoes are a must as the small gravel can be slippery. Not to far in if you look up to your left you can see other hikers on...More

It's a 30-40 minute drive North of ABQ off of I-25N. Compared to some National Parks that are within 5 hours of ABQ, this one isn't quite as epic but still worth the drive. There are several trails, one of which is considerable to walking...More

As an old geologist, I've been to a lot of fantastic places. "Tent Rocks" makes my top ten a top eleven now. Got here early on a hot August morning (was #2 in line when the gate opened at 8:00). We wanted to get on...More