Kasha-Katuwe Tent Rocks National Monument & Slot Canyon

The National Monument is found on the Pajarito Plateau of north-central New Mexico.

The tent rock formations occurred 6 to 7 million years and are the result of volcanic eruption which occurred at that time.

Cave Loop Trail is 1.2 miles long and is an easy hike. Canyon Trail is a 1.5-mile, one-way trek into a narrow canyon ending in a steep (630-ft) climb to the top of the mesa where you find outstanding views of the Sangre de Cristo, Jemez, Sandia mountains and the Rio Grande Valley.

You are advised to have water for each member of your party. The visitor area is primitive. Park Staff diligently remove hikers from the mesa before the close of the park each day.