Located north of #Gallup, the High Desert Trail System encompasses 22 miles of single-track that gets progressively more technical from east to west. Third Mesa is the most challenging, with over 6 miles of bedrock, switchbacks, ledges & ramps.
#travel #VisitGallup #MTB #mountainbiking #highdesert
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Cowboy Muffler Man at John's Used Cars, 416 W. Coal Ave, #Gallup. NE corner of W. Coal Ave. & S. 5th St. While the exact number varies by source and date, it is estimated that fewer than 200 original Muffler Men are still in existence today.
#VisitGallup #Route66 #NewMexico #ipulledoverforthis
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'We can't let these sheep go'
A New Dealβera program nearly eradicated the sacred Navajo-Churro sheepβand still reverberates through the Navajo Nation today.
"A New Dealβera program nearly eradicated the sacred Navajo-Churro sheepβand still reverberates through the Navajo Nation today" - reason.com/2025/06/2...
#Navajo #DinΓ© #sheep #Churro #heritage #weaving
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Located approximately 90 miles from Gallup Canyon de Chelly National Monument is a visual smorgasbord of red sandstone cliffs. The views from the rim are breathtaking, with ancient cliff dwellings carved into the canyon walls, petroglyphs.
#BeyondGallup #roadtrip #travel #Arizona #scenic #Navajo
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The trading post legacy is a vital part of #Gallup 's identity, w/ roots in centuries-old #NativeAmerican trade routes. These businesses functioned as cultural & commercial hubs for the Navajo, Zuni, and Hopi, evolving from mercantile stores to purveyors of authentic Native art.
#VisitGallup
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The #Gallup Skate Park is a free, public park downtown. It is available for skateboarding, inline skating, and biking. It is a central spot for the local skateboarding community.
#VisitGallup #NewMexico #skateboarding #skating #NewMexico #OptOutside
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Gerald Holt, Google Review of TownePlace Suites | "Great place to stay. Quiet, easy parking, good breakfast & very friendly staff. Pet owners: this is the most reasonable pet fee that I have seen: $25 per pet/night w/ $150 max."
#lodging #VisitGallup #petfriendly #travel #NewMexico #Route66RoadTrip
22.02.2026 15:30 β
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In this episode we visit El Morro National Monument in New Mexico. Most have never heard of this small, but amazing park. While here, we hiked the Headland...
El Morro National Monument, New Mexico [4K UHD], Atsinna Pueblo | Headland Trail & Inscription Trail
"El Morro National Monument is a fascinating place in western #NewMexico that preserves human #history alongside natural beauty. It's a massive sandstone bluff rising 200 feet above the valley floor, with a reliable waterhole hidden at its base" - youtu.be/tgTUWlfqQNM
#travel #BeyondGallup
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The 6 Best Pizza Restaurants in Gallup, NM | Visit Gallup
Discover a wide array of pizza options near you with classic toppings and combinations. Explore a popular spot in Gallup like Pizza 9 and enjoy a quick bite.
Whether youβre looking for a lunch break after finding outdoor things to do or planning a casual dinner during an action-packed itinerary, these top-tier #pizza and Italian places in NM offer a vibrant dining experience for all ages - www.visitgallup.com/...
#VisitGallup #dining #foodie
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Route 66 in Gallup, NM
Route 66 Travel Guide for Gallup, New Mexico
"Gallup is the largest city between Albuquerque and Flagstaff, and has a population of about 22,000 residents.
The city sits at an elevation of 6,512', known as the "Most Patriotic Small Town in America."π
www.route66roadtrip....
#VisitGallup #Route66 #travel #roadtrip #NewMexico
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Red Rock Park features two great trails: Church Rock trail and Pyramid Rock trails. These two stunning treks can be easily overlooked by many visitors. Visitors can also explore the Red Rock Park Museum.
#VisitGallup #hiking #roadtrip #daytrip #travel #NewMexico #GallupNM
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Coronado's "Seven Cities of Cibola" were not actual cities of gold, but rather the Zuni pueblos of New Mexico, which Spanish conquistador Francisco VΓ‘zquez de Coronado realized upon arrival. His 1540 expedition encountered several Zuni villages. The first was Hawikuh.
#history #BeyondGallup #travel
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Native Grill & Meats is a female Navajo owned restaurant, with a focus on authentic Navajo food.
#foodie #NomNom #goodfood #VisitGallup #dining #restaurant
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We The People Park | Visit Gallup
Sculptures celebrating Gallup's culture and history.
We the People Park is as much a public art installation as it is a park. The sculptures and artifacts on display celebrate Gallupβs culture and history, with tributes to the mining industry and the railroad - www.visitgallup.com/...
#VisitGallup #ipulledoverforthis #NewMexico #sculpture
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Located in Zuni Pueblo, the ARTZ Cooperative is the only pueblo artist owned and operated cooperative in New Mexico. The formation of the Cooperative was founded to give back the power to the artist.
#NativeAmerican #art #inspiredbyart #ZuniPueblo #NewMexico #handmade
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Hubbell Trading Post near Ganado, Arizona. We get to go in the home of Mr. Hubbell. His home is right next to the trading post. https://en.wikipedia.org/w...
Hubbell Trading Post, Arizona - 4K
Located about an hour from #Gallup, Hubbell Trading Post was founded in 1878 by John Lorenzo Hubbell. They still sell groceries, dry goods & Native American art, while also preserving historic buildings like the family home and a traditional Navajo hogan - youtu.be/abrEMmlKtmU...
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If you're looking for somewhere to bring your taste buds along for the adventure, Gallupβs diverse cuisine scene is the perfect destination for the foodie in us all - youtu.be/duPCnaIpCwY
#dining #foodie #cuisine #roadtrip #daytrip #goodfood #restaurants #VisitGallup
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Streams originating in the Chuska Mountains are responsible for carving the canyons of Canyon de Chelly National Monument. Located about 70 miles from Gallup. ποΈ
#BeyondGallup #roadtrip #daytrip #travel #NewMexico
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10 Fun Date Ideas for Valentine's Day 2025 in Gallup | Visit Gallup
Looking for Valentine's Day ideas in Gallup, New Mexico? Plan a romantic Valentine's Day with our guide for all couples, from dinner to movie options.
Whether youβre looking for a relaxing weekend getaway or a thrilling adventure, weβve put together a list of romantic date ideas to bring you and your loved one closer this Valentineβs Day - www.visitgallup.com/...
#ValentinesDay #VisitGallup #NewMexico #love #datenight
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Virgie's Restaurant and Lounge is known for its New Mexican specialties, homemade tortillas, and flavorful green and red chile. π
#VisitGallup #restaurant #dining #NewMexico #comfortfood #foodie #NomNom
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Exploring the Bizarre Petrified Forest of the Painted Desert | Atomic Redhead
Not long into our road trip we noticed that the Petrified Forest was extremely close to the Wigwam Village, and we decided to visit after we checked into the Wigwam. What we didnβt realize waβ¦
Petrified Forest National Park is located about one hour from Gallup. The site is world-renowned for petrified wood and fossils from the Late Triassic period, about 225 million years ago - atomicredhead.com/20...
#BeyondGallup #roadtrip #travel #scenic #Arizona #fossils #daytrip #hiking
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For more resources and information about the community, check out VisitGallup.com π
#travel #roadtrip #weekendgetaway #VisitGallup #NewMexico #vacation #holiday
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Third Mesa Ridge formed during the age of the dinosauras, the Late Cretaceous period, characterized by thick, cliff-forming sandstone layers interspersed with shale. This formation formed in a shallow oceanic environment about 80 to 100 million years ago.
#geology #geologygeek #VisitGallup #travel
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#Gallup is famous for its #murals , depicting the rich history and cultures of the community. The densest concentration is downtown, highlighting coal mining history, the Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial, trading posts, Route 66, Zuni Pueblo, the Navajo Code Talkers, and more.
#VisitGallup #art
04.02.2026 16:11 β
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Red Rock 10 Theaters - $5 Tuesdays
GET TICKETS: ow.ly/TTmh50QWPJY
#Gallup #NewMexico #movienight
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Best Breakfast Spots in Gallup, NM | Visit Gallup
Discover the restaurants serving up the best breakfast in Gallup, New Mexico including Camille's Sidewalk Cafe, Earlβs Family Restaurant, and El Rancho Restaurant.
Dig into delicious breakfast burritos, sip and savor fragrant cups of coffee, and enjoy a variety of tasty treats to kickstart your Southwestern adventure - www.visitgallup.com/...
#breakfast #dining #restaurants #foodie #NomNom #comfortfood
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