Petroglyph Point
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Trail: Petroglyph Point
National Park: Mesa Verde National Park
Features: Valley(s)/canyon(s)
Mountain peak(s)
Archeo/paleo/historical
Geological feature(s)
Scenic viewpoint(s)
Activities: Pedestrian - Walking/Hiking/Running
Wildlife observation - Birds
Difficulty: Intermediate
Miles: 2.8 miles
Desc: Begins from Spruce Tree House trail and ends near the museum. It follows below the edge of the plateau to south, short climb to rim of mesa with views of canyons. View petroglyphs along route. Elevation change - 330 ft. Estimated time to walk - 2-3 hours.
Located in high plateau country of SW Co. Park entrance is midway between Cortez and Mancos, off US 160. It is 21 mile drive from entrance to Park HQ and trailhead.



