North Window Overlook
North Window
A “window” formed between Elephant Butte and Cly Butte, one of the best angles for looking back at the Mittens group.
North Window Overlook is at the northeastern end of the Valley Drive loop. From the parking area it is a few minutes' walk to the rock platform. Through the gap between Elephant Butte and Cly Butte, you can look far to the north over the plains and the Mittens, making for a distinctive composition. The platform is bare rock, so watch your footing when it is windy. After viewing, return to the visitor center along the one-way loop.
Opening hours
Open per the valley loop route
Nearby sights
- Artist's Point
- Elephant Butte & Camel Butte
- Valley Drive
- John Ford's Point
- Merrick Butte
- West and East Mitten Buttes
- Totem Pole & Yei Bi Chei
- Wildcat Trail