Fun Day Trips:
The City
of Rocks
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The
“city” is a truly geologic monument formed by large
sculptured rock columns, or pinnacles, rising as high as
40 feet and separated by paths or lanes resembling city
streets. These rocks were formed about 34.9 million
years ago when a very large volcano erupted. Then,
erosion over millions of years slowly formed the
sculptured columns seen today.
Gila
Cliff Dwellings
- Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument offers a
glimpse into the homes and lives of the Mogollon people
who lived in this area over 700 years ago. The monument
is surrounded by the Gila National Forest and lies
within the rugged Gila Wilderness, the nation’s first
wilderness area.
The Catwalk
- The Catwalk National Recreation Trail, also known as
“The Catwalk”, is located on the western edge of New
Mexico’s Mogollon Mountains, and follows the narrow
gorge of perennial Whitewater Creek. The Catwalk, which
is actually the bottom section of the Whitewater Creek
Trail #207, winds through the canyon along sections of
conventional trail, and metal walkways known as
“catwalks”. Waterfalls, a rushing creek, towering canyon
walls and a unique hiking experience make the Catwalk a
popular local attraction. The entire trail is well
marked, and features interpretive signs along the way.
