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You are experiencing one of the most majestic – and most photographed – points on earth. This great valley boasts sandstone masterpieces that tower at heights of 400 to 1,000 feet, framed by scenic clouds casting shadows that graciously roam the desert floor.
Look out over the Mittens, drive Tribal Park Loop, take a tour to more off-the-beaten-path parts of Monument Valley, hike the Wildcat Trail, watch the sunrise and the sunset, take a photography tour, and visit Forrest Gump Point.
Monument Valley (Navajo: Tsé Biiʼ Ndzisgaii, pronounced [tsʰépìːʔ ǹtsɪ̀skɑ̀ìː], meaning "valley of the rocks") is a region of the Colorado Plateau characterized by a cluster of sandstone buttes, with the largest reaching 1,000 ft (300 m) above the valley floor. [1]
Encompassing 91,696 acres, Monument Valley forms part of the expansive Colorado Plateau. While commonly referred to as Monument Valley Park, the area's Navajo name, Tsé Biiʼ Ndzisgaii, offers a more authentic reflection of its character, which roughly translates into 'the valley of the rocks.'.
Monument Valley just hits differently. The red-sand desert floor stretches over 92,000 acres across the Utah-Arizona border, dotted with sandstone buttes and dirt roads. This region is best known for Monument Valley Tribal Park – a once frequent filming location for old Western movies.
Iconic Western landscapes inspire visitors to set off on scenic Arizona road trips. Located in Northern Arizona, Monument Valley’s collection of crimson mesas and towering sandstone buttes capture colors that appear only in nature.
Straddling the Arizona/Utah border, Monument Valley is one of the nation’s most recognizable landscapes, thanks to its appearance in classic Westerns and movies like “Forrest Gump.” (Forrest decides to stop running against the backdrop of Monument Valley’s iconic buttes.)
Visitor's guide to Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park on the Utah/Arizona border. Get area information for hotels, campgrounds, entrance fees to help you plan your trip.
Welcome to Monument Valley, located on the Arizona-Utah border part of the Colorado Plateau. The majority of the area is part of the Navajo Nation Reservation. This guide is a pathway through the valley for travelers who want to explore and capture the beauty. Exploring the Heart of the Desert; Things to do in Monument Valley Tribal Park
What is Monument Valley? Who are the Navajo People? How to Get to Monument Valley. Navajo-Led Tours. Monument Valley Map. Monument Valley Itinerary – Without a Guide. 1. East and West Mittens. 2. Elephant Butte. 3. Three Sisters. 4. John Ford’s Point. 5. Camel Butte. 6. The Hub and Rain God Mesa. 7. Bird Spring. 8. Totem Pole Lookout Point. 9.