Cerro La Jara Trail is a 1.5-mile loop trail that starts and ends at the Valles Caldera Visitor Center. It circles Cerro La Jara, and there are prairie dogs here who call this land home! Please don't feed the little guys, and be careful when driving because they cross the road often.

Wick

May 7, 2023

Hiking

Be nice to the Prairie Dogs! Watch out when driving down the road to the Ranger Station as they cross the road frequently!

Alex

January 16, 2024

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1. Cerro La Jara Trail and Pond Trail loop — Valles Caldera National Preserve

3.96km

01:02

30m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Distance 1.90 km

Uphill 20 m

Downhill 30 m

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Location: Sandoval County, New Mexico, United States

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Prairie Dog Colony on Cerro La Jara Trail

1. Cerro La Jara Trail and Pond Trail loop — Valles Caldera National Preserve

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