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view from inside the Betatakin Cliff Dwelling looking out. Photo: NPS Photo

Navajo National Monument

National Monument · Arizona

For centuries, the Hopi, San Juan Southern Paiute, Zuni, and Navajo people have lived in the canyons.

Plan your visit Directions
  • LocationShonto, AZ
  • Entrance No fee listed
  • HoursDaily, 8:00AM - 5:30PM
  • Weather now69°F Sunny
  • Alerts 1 active alert

Springs fed farmlands on the canyon floor and homes were built in the natural sandstone alcoves. The cliff dwellings of Betatakin, Keet Seel, and Inscription House were last physically occupied around 1300 AD but the villages have a spiritual presence that can still be felt today.

Topics
  • Archeology
  • Cliff Dwellings
  • Native American Heritage
  • Trails

Alerts (1)

CautionWeather Advisory and Storm Warnings The park may have delayed openings or closures in the event of severe weather. Travel may not be recommended during thes… Read more

The park may have delayed openings or closures in the event of severe weather. Travel may not be recommended during these times. Please check local weather forecasts. We appreciate your understanding.

Things to Do

13 activities. Pick one to find other parks that offer it.

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Camping

2 campgrounds listed on Recreation.gov. Check availability and current conditions before you go.

  • Canyon View Campground

    Not reservable on Recreation.gov Campground

    Canyon View Campground is open during the Summer Season from May through September, with 13 sites including 3 large group camping sites. Camping is free.

    Reservation website

    Navajo National Monument - Canyon View Campground, Shonto, AZ (928) 672-2700

    Details
    Canyon View Campground is open during the Summer Season from May through September, with 13 sites including 3 large group camping sites. Camping is free.

  • Sunset View Campground

    Not reservable on Recreation.gov Campground

    Sunset View Campground has 31 sites and open all year round.

    Shonto, AZ Directions

    Details
    Sunset View Campground has 31 sites and open all year round.

Facilities & Services

Find visitor services available in the park. Check current hours and availability before you go.

Other Visitor Services

  • Navajo NM Visitor Center Entrance

    Navajo National Monument Visitor Center

    Facility

    Main contact for NAVA is at VC.

    Navajo National Monument, Shonto, AZ (928) 672-2700 Directions

    Details
    Main contact for NAVA is at VC.

Plan Your Visit

Hours

Daily, 8:00AM - 5:30PM · NAVA VC Hours

Hours details
  • NAVA VC HoursDaily, 8:00AM - 5:30PM

    Summer Season Visitor Center Hours of Operation

    Monday8:00AM - 5:30PM
    Tuesday8:00AM - 5:30PM
    Wednesday8:00AM - 5:30PM
    Thursday8:00AM - 5:30PM
    Friday8:00AM - 5:30PM
    Saturday8:00AM - 5:30PM
    Sunday8:00AM - 5:30PM

Entrance fees

No entrance fees listed.

Weather

69°F
Sunny · feels like 61°
  • Today 74° 54°
    Sunny
    1% rain
  • Tomorrow 72° 57°
    Sunny
    1% rain
  • Saturday 77° 59°
    Sunny
    2% rain

Updated 4 hr ago

What to expect by season

Check weather updates at NOAA.gov and enter city Betatakin, and State, Arizona.

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Getting There

End of AZ Highway 564
Shonto, AZ 86054

Drive 9 Miles at the end of AZ Highway 564, off US Highway 160.

Get directions NPS directions Official NPS site

Mailing address: P.O. Box 7717, Shonto, AZ 86054

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