{"id":8737,"date":"2022-04-21T00:20:46","date_gmt":"2022-04-21T00:20:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/?p=8737"},"modified":"2023-09-18T14:47:40","modified_gmt":"2023-09-18T14:47:40","slug":"15-hiking-trails-in-gallup-new-mexico-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/15-hiking-trails-in-gallup-new-mexico-2\/","title":{"rendered":"15 Hiking Trails in Gallup New Mexico"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"334\" src=\"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Gallup-New-Mexico.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15075\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Gallup-New-Mexico.jpg 500w, https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Gallup-New-Mexico-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Traveling by car from Las Cruces to Denver? Try stopping in Gallup New Mexico. This small city is located on historic Route 66 and has a lot to offer. You can visit Red Rock Park, which is home to Anasazi archaeological sites. The Red Rock Museum focuses on this heritage and features pottery and silver. You can also check out the Gallup Cultural Center, which features Native American crafts. The Rex Museum covers local history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In 1926, Route 66 came through Gallup and prompted the creation of numerous Indian trading posts. These trading posts displayed Native American arts and crafts to passing travelers. You can still see many of these trading posts along historic Route 66 today. There are also several historical markers and plaques commemorating the city&#8217;s history. Visiting these landmarks is an excellent way to explore the town&#8217;s rich history. And, if you&#8217;re planning to buy a souvenir in town, make sure to visit one of these trading posts!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Gallup area is home to a variety of hiking trails. The Pyramid Rock hike starts at an elevation of 6,710 feet and ascends to the actual peak of the rock. You&#8217;ll pass through hoodoos and cap rocks along the way. You&#8217;ll get extensive views of the surrounding landscape. The views from Pyramid Rock are fantastic, with Mount Taylor to the east. But if you prefer to spend your time outdoors, you&#8217;ll find plenty of other ways to enjoy this quaint town.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The weather in Gallup is pleasant year-round, with low humidity and warm temperatures. The average rainfall is 9.6 inches per year, and temperatures in Gallup rarely dip below fifty degrees. In 1540, Spanish Conquistadors discovered a thriving Native American culture in the area. They were looking for the infamous Seven Cities of Gold, but instead came across a city that showed sophisticated building and farming methods, and built a network of roads between settlements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re traveling by car, you&#8217;ll be able to find an abundance of accommodations in Gallup, New Mexico. Highway 40 connects the town to the rest of the state, making it easy to find affordable lodging. However, when traveling by car, you should avoid staying in a shady motel. The city is safe and has several large chain hotels. If you&#8217;re traveling by car, you&#8217;ll find plenty of attractions in the surrounding area, including Carlsbad Caverns National Park, the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, the Cumbres-Toltec Scenic Railway, and Taos Pueblo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The city is a great place to conduct business. There are numerous opportunities to explore and learn about the area&#8217;s culture. It&#8217;s patriotic and traditional, with a diverse, welcoming community. Gallup&#8217;s diverse population welcomes businesses and residents. Many local families have worked for the same company for generations, providing a reliable workforce. The city&#8217;s unique community culture, diversity, and welcoming atmosphere make it an excellent place to conduct business.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Traveling by car from Las Cruces to Denver? Try stopping in Gallup New Mexico. This small city is located on historic Route 66 and has a lot to offer. You can visit Red Rock Park, which is home to Anasazi archaeological sites. The Red Rock Museum focuses on this heritage and features pottery and silver. 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