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Petroglyph National Monument is one of the biggest repositories of historic petroglyphs in North America. Some of the carvings, made by indigenous Native Americans and Spanish explorers, date back as early as the 14th century. However, the park is much more than that; many Native American cultures believe the monument has a spiritual significance and use the resident flowers and plant life in their medicines and as a food source. The area is also important to archeologists, who were able to have it added to the National Register of Historic Places. Rinconada Canyon Trail is part of the Petroglyph National Monument, extending from the monument entrance along the north side of the canyon before looping back to its starting point. Keep your eyes peeled while hiking here for the many undisturbed petroglyphs just off of the trail; as you loop back, there are fewer petroglyphs to see, but you'll have a better chance of spotting some of the resident wildlife, such as earless leopard lizards or the canyon wrens whose cascading songs echo through the valley. Cibola National Forest incorporates a variety of landscapes within its boundaries, including two mountains and several national grasslands; it also sprawls over three states, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas. The dramatic vistas are further accentuated by the elevations which range from a base level of around 2,700 feet above sea level to more than 11,000 feet. The forest is open to the public year-round and provides an opportunity to enjoy downhill skiing in the winter. Nature enthusiasts can explore the prehistoric ruins, ice caves, lava flows, and Indian pueblos on hand. Hunting and fishing on the property are allowed in season.