Ranger Sarah looks up at the cliffs above as she nears the end of the trail.
— at Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument.

Ranger Sarah reads about how a fire can make the forest better for the plants and wildlife
— at Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument

Ranger Sarah hikes through an old burn area in the park.
— at Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument.

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Ranger Sarah views the canyon as she hikes down the trail.
— at Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument.

Ranger Sarah heads down the trail after leaving the cliff dwellings.
— at Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument.

Ranger Sarah with another view of the dwellings in Cave #6. One theories about why the Tularosa Mogollon may have been due to the the end of the Great Drought of 1270-1300.
— at Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument.

Ranger Sarah views Cave #6. An addition reason to choose these caves is the canyon below the caves has a stream that runs year-round, and the canyon is home to numerous plants that could be used for various purposes.
— at Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument.

Ranger Sarah explores the last rooms before leaving the cliff dwellings. Archaeologists believe the Tularosa Mogollon choose this site as caves offer natural protection from the elements. The south-facing caves also provide excellent temperature regulation during both winter and summer months.
— Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument.