A Window to the World of the Ancestors
Explore the world of ancestors of Puebloan people who lived in the Mogollon area over 700 years ago. Enter the village they built within five of the natural caves of Cliff Dweller Canyon. Become inspired by the remaining architecture. Admire the spectacular views from inside these ancient dwellings.
Features
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Stewarship in Action
Interested in volunteering? Volunteer interpretive park rangers put their stewardship values into action every day to keep this park open.
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Gila Wilderness
Explore the surrounding Gila National Forest's Gila Wilderness, the nation's first wilderness area.
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Climate
Although the climate is generally mild, some visitors may be surprised that overnight winter lows are often below freezing, and snow is a possibility.
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Did You Know?
Black bears, mountain lions and wolves are the largest predators in the area around the Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument. There are 107 bird species, 387 plant species, 37 mammal species, and 21 amphibian/reptile species at the Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument.