Walatowa Slot Canyon — Attraction in New Mexico

It is a gorgeous 1.5 mile trail in the Permian sandstone. The Pueblo has done an excellent job of trailbuilding and it is easy to follow. There is a lack of shade until the slot canyon most times of the day. There are several benches available along the trail at picturesque points. Take a lot of water and if you have dogs, realize that the sand is often 40 degrees hotter than the air temp. A permit is required and avaliable at the Visitor center across the road from the trailhead. Recent price was $9 a person. It is a great morning trail and then get an Indian Taco from one of the Pueblo vendors at the trailhead...

A Hidden treasure of New Mexico. Great alternative to Arizona. You need to purchasea $5 hiking permit beforehand. The visitors center is a safe area to park with the trailhead across the street with coffee, art and history. The hike goes down then back up as you exit, but it’s easy. Wear shoes you are prepared to get dusty and bring water. This is not a good trail for a bike, and you won’t make friends kicking up dust, but it is...

Amazes me that there’s no timeframe posted on here. Came at 3:45 and the visitors center is closed early. Drove over an hour to get here and can’t do our hike because of course nobody is at the visitors center to get a permit from. So tired of workers and businesses not taking their jobs seriously or being professional. At least post your...