General information about the National Monument
The National Monument protects the areas around three Anasazi pueblos. They date back to the 13th century and are now located on the Navajo Nation Reservation.
Number of visitors
Best time to visit: This place is beautiful all year round.
Our visits:
So far 1 visit: October 2012
Entrance fees and opening hours
- Free of charge
- Covered by the Anual Pass*
- Open 24h all year round except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day.
*The Anual Pass is so to speak the "flat rate" for all Parks managed by the National Park Service. The pass costs a one-time fee of $80 and can be purchased at the entrance to each National Park, National Monument, etc. The pass is valid for 13 months.
Navajo NM
Description: Navajo NM is very smal. There are a few trails to get to know the park. The main attraction a Cliff Dwelling (Betatakin) can be reached via a 1.25mi long paved trail. Ok, it takes you to a viewpoint of the Cliff Dwelling. To really look at Betatakin, you have to join a ranger guided tour. This is a relatively strenuous 5mi hike that also covers quite a bit of elevation gain.
Trail length: 1.25mi roundtrip
Altitude difference: –
Time needed: 1 hour
Difficulty level: easy
Our rating: We chose the comfortable option and only took a look at the Cliff Dwelling from above. The Navajo NM is not a must see, at least for us. It is rather something for those who are more interested in Native American history and culture. But it is a nice side trip if you are in the area or have a little time left.
