Church Rock Trail
A loop trail in Red Rock Park that winds through red sandstone to Church Rock, a pillar shaped like a church spire.
The Church Rock Trail begins at the trailhead beside the campground in Red Rock Park. It covers about 3.5 km round trip on gentle grades, passing through juniper woodland and layered red sandstone. It ends at Church Rock, a pillar that looks like a Gothic church spire, which you can see up close. The trail can be linked with the Pyramid Rock Trail for a half-day outing. The rock walls are most colourful at sunrise and sunset, making these the favourite times for photographers. The trail is free, but there is no shade or drinking water along the way. Protect yourself from the sun and watch out for rattlesnakes.
Opening hours
Open all day (free)
Nearby sights
- Red Rock Park
- El Rancho Hotel & Motel
- Gallup Cultural Center
- Historic Route 66 Downtown Gallup
- Gallup History Museum (Rex Hotel)
- Richardson's Trading Company
- High Desert Trail System
- Navajo Nation Zoological and Botanical Park