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Isabella Whalen

I came in December and the trail was closed. So I walked up in the snow instead. Worth it! Sweeping views in every direction!

I went on a weekday, and wasn’t too busy. Apparently it gets to be a two hour wait just to park, so plan accordingly! Such unique formations, truly unlike anything I’ve seen before. Felt like I was teleported to another planet. Sweeping views at the summit of the entire surrounding area are worth the climb.

If you’re doing the Bandelier monument you have to add this on. You can see additional cliff dwellings as you walk to Alcove, very unique perspective.

Well preserved ancient dwellings with super helpful guide handouts. Felt like I could imagine what it was like living in the canyon, very well planned tour. Came 50 ft to several deer a couple times, very cool. I wish I could have camped there, since there’s a direct 1.5 mile hike to the dwellings from the campsites.