Off Grid Wilderness Jacal at Gallina Canyon Rentals

Wilderness Jacal is located within the only twenty mile long gated box canyon in the Chama Wilderness. The rental includes one large room with kitchen, dining area, and queen size bed. There is a large covered porch with two twin beds, BBQ, table, chairs.

The rental is located on the site of an early 1900s Northern New Mexico homestead landmark and is one of three vacation rentals we have in the canyon, with Ranch Wilderness Casita and Anasazi Wilderness Glamping Cabin.

Gallina Canyon Ranch has been featured in many national and regional magazines, including New Mexico magazine, The Santa Fean, Better Homes and Gardens, Sunset, and Martha Stewart Living.


● We provide fresh drinking water from our spring: two 5-gallon containers. There is also fresh rain water in the 1,600 gallon cistern.
● A picturesque kitchen and dining area.
● A three-burner propane stove. Do not use inside stove for frying food; use outside stove only with provided cast iron skillet.
● A medium size refrigerator - freezer that makes ice.
● Dish soap and paper towels.
● Melitta Pour-Over Coffeemaker.
● Kerosene lamp.
● A large outside deck.
● A propane barbecue grill.
● A 4-gallon solar shower bag, liquid bath soap.
● An outhouse, with toilet paper.
● 20 miles of peace, quiet, and privacy.
● Technology-free vacation.
● Perfect for writers, photographers, artists, and people who want to 'get away from the world for awhile.'
● Ideal for hiking enthusiasts at all levels.

Due to the 14 crossings of Rio Gallina required to get to Wilderness Jacal, we take all visitors regardless of what type of vehicle they have, and their provisions in our truck. We will return you to the main ranch and your vehicle at the end of your stay.

Wilderness Jacal Policies:

● We require a signed waiver from each person when you arrive. Please read the waiver before booking the rental.
● Camp fires and smoking are prohibited in the canyon.
● No hunting.
● Dogs are not allowed on the bed. Please let us know before you arrive that you are bringing a dog.
● Wilderness Jacal is closed for check in at 3 pm do not arrive after this time.
● Check-out time is 11 AM to 2:00 PM.

Other details:

● The kitchen contains salt, pepper, sugar, extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, tea, and various seasonings. Prior to your arrival you will wish to shop for all of your food, drink, and snacks for your entire stay.
● You might wish to bring water shoes. It is possible for Rio Gallina to flash flood: do not attempt to cross in times of flooding.
● You may wish to bring slippers to wear inside Wilderness Jacal, as the floor is tiled. We also suggest that you bring head lamps if you want to read at night.

Please check our availability calendar before emailing. Tax is included in the rates. Our cancellation policy: More than 60 days prior to check in: 100% refund. 60 days to 30: 100% minus $25 cancel fee. Less than 30 days of check in: no refund. Guests may change the reserve dates 60 days or more prior to check in.