Kasha-Katuwe Tent Rocks National Monument is a beautiful United States National Monument located just 45 minutes southwest of Santa Fe, overseen by the Bureau of Land Management. The monument is named for the Keresan Pueblo word for "white cliffs," showcasing spectacular cone-shaped tent rock formations that were produced from volcanic eruptions between six and seven million years ago. Today, spectacular hoodoo formations dot the monument's landscape, ranging in size from a few feet tall to over 90 feet. Visitors can explore the monument via a national recreation trail, which traverses elevations ranging from 5,570 to 6,760 feet above sea level. Segments of the trail provide opportunities for hiking and birdwatching, while others offer information on plant identification and geologic observation.
Rio Puerco Field Office, 100 Sun Avenue NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109, Phone: 505-331-6259