Good to know
- Tickets
- Free. There is no entrance fee.
- Time needed
- Half a day, including the 1-mile trail. Most people make it a full day with the drive.
- Best time
- Spring and fall for mild weather. Summer brings afternoon storms; winter can bring snow on the road.
- Getting there
- The monument is near Mimbres, at the end of NM 15. Silver City is about 2 hours away; El Paso International Airport is about 4.5 hours by car.
Where to stay nearby
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Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument questions
How long is the drive to Gila Cliff Dwellings?
From Silver City it is about 44 miles but takes around 2 hours on narrow, winding mountain roads. Vehicles over 20 feet should use the NM 35 route.
Can you go inside the Gila Cliff Dwellings?
Yes, the trail leads into several of the cave rooms. Stay on the path and do not touch the walls.
Can I bring my dog to Gila Cliff Dwellings?
Pets are not allowed on the cliff dwellings trail. Leashed pets are fine in campgrounds and on some nearby forest trails.
