The Top 15 Natural Monuments in Rio Grande National Forest
Rio Grande National Forest’s landscape is a beautiful place to explore — something that you can best experience by visiting one of our 15
beautiful natural monuments in Rio Grande National Forest. To help you find the one for, you can see all the details you need to explore the best natural monuments, and better plan your next outdoor adventure!
beautiful natural monuments in Rio Grande National Forest. To help you find the one for, you can see all the details you need to explore the best natural monuments, and better plan your next outdoor adventure!
Last updated: November 26, 2025
Ventana / La Garita Natural Arch
Highlight • Natural Monument
La Garita (or La Ventana) Natural Arch is different from many of the natural rock arches scattered around Colorado. Rather than being formed from uplifted sandstone as most arches are, …
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Highest Point of the Colorado Trail
Highlight • Summit
A small sign on a wooden post marks the High Point of the Colorado Trail. This is an amazing place to pause and catch your breath (if you can at …
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Kit Carson Mountain
Highlight • Summit
Kit Carson Mountain is one for those who like 14er adventures, it's challenging but worth it. The trail has climbing parts of class 2 and 3, so an alpine hiking …
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Ellingwood Point
Highlight • Summit
Ellingwood Point is a 14048ft summit, reached only by a challenging hike in mostly rocky terrain. The ridge to the Ellingwood Point is one of the most challenging parts of …
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Willow Lake
Highlight • Lake
Willow Lake is formed by crystal clear water that comes directly from the glacier in Obstruction Peak (13800 ft). Expect stunning views of a blue water lake contrasting with the …
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