Chaco Canyon NHP — Pueblo Alto Trail – Northwest New Mexico
Thu, 2024-11-21 @ 8:15 AM
Highlights: Chaco Canyon NHP, a World Heritage Site since 1987, should definitely be on your bucket list, especially doing it at low cost, being with a group of friends and not having to drive..
Cautions: The two slot canyons are narrow and steep. Those with knee problems beware. Be prepared with plenty of water, skin cover and sunscreen.
Web Page: Click here to go to the hike web page where you may view the hike map, trailhead directions, how to do the actual hike, and download the hike GPS files.
Hike Leader(s): Carl Gervais
Van Driver(s): Stella Wong
Hike Class: C (Challenging)
Hike Distance: 5.5 mi
Min Elevation: 6104 ft
Elevation Change: 384 ft
Total Uphill: 1111 ft
Total Downhill: 1111 ft
Avg Grade: 8%
Route Type: Lollypop
Travel Time 1W: 3:15
Travel Distance RT: 306 mi
Times: We will meet at 8:15 AM and leave at 8:30 AM
Sign up/Pay: Sign up required, call 505-767-5959. Can sign-up 13 days before scheduled hike. Must Show Current Membership Card before signing Release Form on hike day. Those without their card will be turned away. Please call the center if you need to cancel so others on the wait list can go. There are NO LONGER transportation fees.
Advice: Please review the hike information above. Make a point to check the rating (A, B, C, D or E), distance, elevation gain and total uphill stats and compare them to your hiking abilities. For the safety and enjoyment of all hikers it is important that you only attend hikes within your ability. If you have any questions about the hike, contact the hike leader (see above) before the hike.
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