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Canyon De Chelly National Monument

Reflecting one of the longest continuously inhabited landscapes of North America, the cultural resources of Canyon de Chelly include distinctive architecture, artifacts, and rock imagery while exhibiting remarkable preservation integrity that provides outstanding opportunities for study and contemplation. Canyon de Chelly also sustains a living community of Navajo people, who are connected to a landscape of great historical and spiritual significance.

The Basics

Hours:

The visitor center is open daily all year from 8 am to 5 pm, except for Christmas Day. The North and South Rim Drives and the White House Trail remain open all year.

NOTE: From March through November, the Navajo Nation observes Mountain Daylight Savings Time. The rest of Arizona observes Mountain Standard Time all year.

Address:

PO Box 588
Chinle, AZ 86503

Phone:

928-674-5500

Fax:

928-674-5507

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Map

Canyon De Chelly National Monument , Arizona Map

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Directions

The Visitor Center is 3 miles (4.8 km) from Route 191 in Chinle, AZ.

From Flagstaff, AZ
Take I-40 east, then Hwy 191 north.

From Gallup, NM
Take Hwy 264 west, then Hwy 191 north.

From Kayenta, AZ
Take Route 59 southeast, then Hwy 191 south.

Climate

The elevation at the park ranges from 5,500 at the visitor center to over 7,000 feet at the last overlook. Since the weather is unpredictable, monitor local weather forecasts and come prepared for sudden changes.

Generally, Spring is cool and windy with possibilities of dust storms. Highs range from 50 to 70° with lows averaging 35°. Summer is hot and dry with highs ranging from 85 to 100° and lows averaging 50°. Fall is warm and often wet, so expect thunderstorms. Highs range from 60 to 80° with lows averaging 40°. Winter is cold and breezy often bringing 1-4 inches of snow. High temperatures range from 40 to 60° with lows averaging 20°.

Link to our Monument Valley Weather coverage for more information.

Link to our Petrified Forest National Park Weather coverage for more information.

Fees

No Fees, although there may be activity fees.

Things To Do

Activities

Auto tours, hiking, rock art viewing, interpretive exhibits and talks, horseback riding (by prior arrangement), picnicking and photography. Concession jeep tours are available from Thunderbird Lodge, PO Box 548, Chinle, AZ 86503, Phone 928-674-5841/5842. Facilities include hiking and auto trails, parking, restrooms, exhibits, concession canyon trips, and horse rentals.

Outdoor Camping

Campsites are available at no charge on a first-come, first-served basis year-round. Reservations for group sites of 15 or more people can be made by contacting the Monument. No reservations are accepted for RV groups. Backcountry camping is allowed with an authorized guide.

Link to our Monument Valley Camping coverage for more information.

Link to our Petrified Forest National Park Camping coverage for more information.

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