Ranger Sarah climbs the steps to enter the dwellings in Cave #3. While most the rooms where build in the 1280's, Heavy soot on the ceiling & artifacts found show these caves were likely used for thousands of years
— at Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument.

Ranger Sarah at Cave #2. It is hard to see at this angle but their is a T-shaped doorway. To reach the door it is thought a ladder was used to get on a wooden balcony that supported by the wood beams you can see in the wall.
— at Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument.

Ranger Sarah reaches cave #1. This large space that now looks open was likely an enclosed living space, and the fire pit represents the cooking area. The foundation of a small room was likely used for storage.
— at Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument.