Four Days in the Navajo Nation and Nearby Locales
Arizona’s Natural History
Start / End
Canyon de Chelly, Wupatki National Monument
States Covered
National Parks
Canyon de Chelly National Monument, Homolovi State Park, Walnut Canyon National Monument, Wupatki National Monument
Total Distance
214 miles / 344 km
Suggested Days
At least four
Suggested Seasons
Year-round
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Overview
The natural history lover could spend months uncovering the hidden stories of Arizona, from the ghosts of the Apache Death Cave to the wonders of Walnut Canyon National Monument. And while the entire state offers plenty to explore, this four-day itinerary has been curated to pack the most history in the most efficient road trip possible. Welcome to the Navajo Nation, and the outskirts just beneath its borders.
Preparation
Keep in mind that services are particularly limited in the Navajo Nation. It’s wise to always travel with a full tank of gas and spare tire in your 4WD vehicle while exploring more remote areas in the American Southwest. When hiking, take extra water and a layer or two, as the weather can be unpredictable no matter what time of year you visit. And lastly, thank you for always following Appreciate AZ principles while exploring Arizona and beyond.
Itinerary
CANYON DE CHELLY NATIONAL MONUMENT
APACHE DEATH CAVE + HOMOLOVI STATE PARK
Photo courtesy of An Pham
2 HOURS 24 MINUTES – 132 MILES / 212.4 KM
WALNUT CANYON NATIONAL MONUMENT + MUSEUM OF NORTHERN ARIZONA
48 MINUTES – 52 MILES / 83.6 KM
WUPATKI NATIONAL MONUMENT
Wupatki National Monument