Pueblo Alto Trail
Chaco Culture National Historical Park, San Juan County, NM
Out-and-back trail in Chaco Culture National Historical Park, San Juan County, NM. Hiking & Walking.
- Distance
- 2.6 mi (4.2 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 246 ft (75 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr
- High point
- 6,437 ft (1,962 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Historic site: Pecked Basins 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Terrace View 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from start
- Historic site: Stone Circle 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Shrimp Burrows 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Pueblo Bonito Overlook 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from start
- Historic site: New Alto Kiva 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from start
- Historic site: New Alto 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from start
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Questions about Pueblo Alto Trail
How long is Pueblo Alto Trail?
Pueblo Alto Trail is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr. It climbs 246 ft (75 m) in total, up to a high point of 6,437 ft (1,962 m).
How hard is Pueblo Alto Trail?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Pueblo Alto Trail?
1 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Pueblo Alto Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Pueblo Alto Trail shaded?
No shade: full sun.
Is Pueblo Alto Trail good for kids?
Yes, it is marked as kid friendly.
What can you do on Pueblo Alto Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Walking. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Pueblo Alto Trail?
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.
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