Devil’s Kitchen

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in Colorado National Monument
  • Total Length
    1¼mi
  • Ascent
    190ft
  • Difficulty
    Moderate

Although less than a mile from the road, the shady interior of Devils Kitchen rock formation feels like a remote oasis. This moderate trail ascends a large rock slope and is hard to follow, so look for cairns (rock piles) and carved steps.

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Gradual ascent to a natural opening formed by a circle by huge upright boulders. At the first fork, go right. At the second fork, go left. Follow the trail across the wash.
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As you proceed up the canyon, you will see the large rock grotto that is Devils Kitchen. Keep on the established trail and follow the carved steps up the slickrock. As you approach the base of the rock formation, go left around it and hike into the rock opening.

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