New-Mexico Points of Interest

Rock Terraces Across Trail


The Rock Terraces Across Trail is a hiking trail located in the Rio Grande-Santa Fe watershed of New Mexico. This trail features a variety of unique geological formations, including rock terraces that were formed by ancient volcanic activity. Hikers can enjoy stunning views of the surrounding landscape, including the nearby Sangre de Cristo Mountains and the Rio Grande river valley. The trail is rated as moderate in difficulty, making it accessible to most visitors.

In addition to the natural beauty of the area, the Rock Terraces Across Trail also offers visitors a chance to explore the history of the region. The trail passes through lands that were once inhabited by the Pueblo people, and hikers can see evidence of their presence in the form of petroglyphs and other archaeological sites. The trail is also home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, birds, and reptiles, making it an ideal destination for nature lovers. Overall, the Rock Terraces Across Trail offers visitors a unique combination of natural beauty, history, and wildlife, making it a must-visit destination in the Rio Grande-Santa Fe watershed. Get driving directions.
ROCK TERRACES ACROSS TRAIL

Points of Interest
Location
200 Year Old Ponderosa Pine Tree
24 inch Ledge on trail
Alcove
Alcove House
Back Gate Guard Station
Battleship Bunker - Creutz Test TA-18-5
Battleship Bunker - Magnetic Method TA-18-2
Beginning of Ridge Trail Section
Beginning of The Narrows
Bench Area with Interpretive Sign
Big Kiva
Cave Loop \ Slot Canyon Trail Fork
CCC Historic District
Civilian Conservation Corps Exhibit
Dead tree snag across trail
East Road Drainage Structure
Entering BLM Land
Fallen Boulder Across Trail
Frijolito Pueblo
Gun Site TA-8-1; TA-8-2; TA-8-3; TA-8-172
K-Site TA-11-1; TA11-2; TA11-3
KKTR National Monument Informative Sign
KKTR National Monument Interpretive Sign
KKTR National Monument West Informative Sign
Long House
Painted Cave
Pond Cabin TA-18-29
Q-Site TA-14-6
Road to Veterans Memorial Scenic Overlook
Rock Terraces Across Trail
S-Site TA-16-58
Shelter Cave
Slot Canyon Entrance Bench Area
Slot Canyon National Rec Trail Scenic Overlook
Slotin Building TA-18-1
Switchback on Road to Veterans Memoral Overlook
Talus House
Tee-Pee Garden
The Concrete Bowl TA-6-37
The Narrows
The Quonset Hut TA-22-1
Tyounyi Pueblo
Typical Trail Along Ridge Section
Typical Trail Below Fault B
Typical trail west of The Narrows
Tyuonyi Overlook
V-Site TA-16-516 and TA-16-517
Veterans Memorial Scenic Overlook
West Road Drainage Structure
White Rock County Visitor Center
Yapashi

Nearby Camping
Location Campsites Reservations Toilets Showers Elevation
Juniper - Bandelier National Monument 66 6,673 ft
Cochiti - Cochiti Lake 60 5,543 ft
Las Conchas 9 8,422 ft
Tetilla Peak - Cochiti Lake 51 5,553 ft