Canyon de Chelly National Monument is a stunning natural and cultural landmark located in northeastern Arizona, within the Navajo Nation. Known …
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Mar 31, 2025
You can see the historic sites of the inhabitants who lived in this majestic area, building stone buildings and living in a relatively austere place. However, look beyond the stone - as the building…Full review by bobwG8226JF
Mar 30, 2025
This is now top 3 southwest location for me. It’s truly beautiful and we saw it up close with Beauty Way tours. This was the best decision we made, we drove for 3 hours with an incredible Navajo guid…Full review by Claudia H
Mar 14, 2025
Wow, where do I start. Canyon de Chelly National Monument is fantastic history and breath taking views similar to the grand canyon. Lots of wildlife and peaceful areas with views. The staff at the vi…Full review by TasteofTuscany
I've read from destination experts' and other travelers' postings that one should never drive after dark on dark AZ roads b/c of preponderance of critters large and small. Does this apply to the road(s) between the canyon and Chinle? (I have the same question re road(s) betw. Monument Valley and Kayenta or Mexican Hat, will post same Q there.) I ask b/c really want to see night sky and wonder if staying in the canyon is the only safe way to do so. Thanks very much!
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We almost hit a dog on the north road of Canyon de Chelly. We drove up into monument valley and down to the Grand Canyon. Whenever we’d see houses nearby, we’d take extra care …
We almost hit a dog on the north road of Canyon de Chelly. We drove up into monument valley and down to the Grand Canyon. Whenever we’d see houses nearby, we’d take extra care in looking for animals.
Canyon de Chelly is just outside Chinle, Az. There’s not much there when it comes to places to stay and eat. We stayed at the Best Western which was inexpensive, and clean. We ate …
Canyon de Chelly is just outside Chinle, Az. There’s not much there when it comes to places to stay and eat. We stayed at the Best Western which was inexpensive, and clean. We ate dinner at the restaurant in front of the hotel. Check one of the rental websites like Home Away for a b&b, but you probably won’t find one.