Last updated: July 31, 2023
Thing to Do
Hike the Inscription Rock Trail
NPS Photo
This 0.75 mile (1.2 km) trail leads hikers past the historic pool and around the base of El Morro to see hundreds of historic inscriptions and petroglyphs. A trail guide is available at the Visitor Center to borrow or purchase.
The trail is open Thursday through Monday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Details
Duration
30-60 Minutes
The average time to complete the Inscription Loop is 45 minutes. It make take more or less time, depending on pace and how much you wish to read about the inscriptions.
Activity
Hiking
Pets Allowed
Yes
Dogs are allowed on trail as long as they remain on-lease, under the owner's control, and the owner bags and removes all waste.
Activity Fee
No
Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.
Location
El Morro National Monument
All trails begin and end at the Visitor Center.
Reservations
No
Season
Year Round
Time of Day
Day
The Inscription Loop is open Thursday through Monday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Accessibility Information
The Inscription Rock Trail to Marker 16 (making it a 0.5 mile loop) is wheelchair accessible. This paved loop has one consistently climbing hill to the Pool overlook and informational waysides, with a moderately steep descent to the Pool itself. This portion of the trail is generally 75” wide.
