Monument Valley Navajo Park

Monument Valley Navajo Park is one of the most widely recognized regions of the American West, thanks in part to Hollywood. More Western movies have been filmed here than in any other location in the United States.

Vast expanses of flat, red desert punctuated by towering buttes and sandstone formations distinguish Utah's Monument Valley. This amazing valley is home to sandstone masterpieces that range in height from 400 feet to over 1,000 feet viewable by scenic drive tours and hiking trails.

Details

Hours

Visitor Center

May 1 - September 30 - 6:00am - 8:00pm, Daily
October 1 - April 30 - 8:00am - 5:00pm, Daily

Thanksgiving Day - 8:00am - noon
New Year's Day - closed

Christmas Day - closed

Scenic Drive Hours

May 1 - September 30 - 6:00am - 8:30pm, Daily

October 1 - April 30 - 8:00am - 4:30pm, Daily

Price

Adults - $5

Ages 9 or younger - Free

Events

Monument Valley Balloon Event

Navajo Nation Fair

Red Bull Air Race

Activities

Tours
Visitor Center

Art Exhibits
Native Food & Beverage

Hiking

FAQs

Where can I get the best views of Monument Valley?

The best views of Monument Valley are found on the 17 mile scenic drive tour. You’ll discover breathtaking sunset vistas of spire rock formations, buttes and mesas, like the Three Sisters, Tower Butte, Totem Pole and Merrick Butte. There are several types of guided tours offered if you want to learn more about the Valley, such as vehicle, hiking, and horseback riding. For a list of tour operators, go to https://www.desertusa.com/monvalley/monument-valley.html

I would love to go hiking, where is the best area for hiking?

The Wildcat Trail is the most popular path for hiking. The trail is 3.2 miles long and takes approximately 2 hours to walk. Monument Valley is one of the most photographed areas of the country offering beautiful views of majestic rock formations, like Tower Butte.