Alcove House
Bandelier National Monument, Sandoval County, NM
Out-and-back trail in Bandelier National Monument, Sandoval County, NM. Hiking & Walking.
- Distance
- 0.5 mi (0.8 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 43 ft (13 m)
- Est. Time
- 10 min
- High point
- 6,073 ft (1,851 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Visitor center: Bandelier National Monument Visitor Center 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from start
- Picnic area: Cottonwood Picnic Area 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from start
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Questions about Alcove House
How long is Alcove House?
Alcove House is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) long. Most people take about 10 min. It climbs 43 ft (13 m) in total, up to a high point of 6,073 ft (1,851 m).
How hard is Alcove House?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Alcove House?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Alcove House?
Drinking water on the way at 0.4 mi (0.7 km). Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Alcove House shaded?
Mostly shaded (94% under trees).
Is Alcove House good for kids?
Yes, it is marked as kid friendly. It is marked as wheelchair accessible.
What can you do on Alcove House?
Best for Hiking. Also: Walking. Surface: paved.
Where can you eat near Alcove House?
Sirphey at Bandelier Restaurant, 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from the start. 1 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Alcove House?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
Trails near Alcove House
- Frijoles Rim Trail Bandelier National Monument · Expert · 14.1 mi (22.7 km)
- Tuff Trail Bandelier National Monument · Easy · 0.6 mi (0.9 km)
- Long Trail Bandelier National Monument · Easy · 2.1 mi (3.4 km)
- Alcove House Trail Bandelier National Monument · Easy · 2 mi (3.2 km)
- Pueblo Loop Trail Bandelier National Monument · Easy · 1.1 mi (1.8 km)
- Frey Trail Bandelier National Monument · Moderate · 3.1 mi (5.1 km)
- Tyuonyi Overlook Trail Bandelier National Monument · Easy · 1.9 mi (3 km)
- Short Trail Bandelier National Monument · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.5 km)
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