Things to Do in Northeast Arizona in 2026

Valley Drive, located near the Utah-Arizona state line in Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park, is a 17-mile scenic loop through one of the most iconic landscapes in the Southwest, USA. This spot along the road is named John Ford Point, after the director who used it as a location for numerous Western films. Visitors can pay a few dollars to a local horse owner who is stationed in the parking lot to recreate the famous image of a horse rider perched on the edge of the plateau. This horse was aptly named “Pistol”.

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Monument ValleyIt is located on the Arizona-Utah state line. The valley lies within the range of the Navajo Nation Reservation and is accessible from U.S. Highway 163. The valley's vivid red color comes from iron oxide exposed in the weathered siltstone. The darker, blue-gray rocks in the valley get their color from manganese oxide. The valley includes large stone structures including the famed "Eye of the Sun".

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Monument Valley Group Tour - 3 Hours - Navajo Spirit Tours

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What to do in Northeast Arizona

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Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park

Explore the great outdoors at Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park, a lovely green space in Oljato-Monument Valley. Make time to visit the area's notable monuments, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Petrified Forest National Park

The 200-million-year-old trees and breathtaking views combine with colorful wildflowers and exciting hikes for a fantastic park experience.

Sunrise Park Resort

Hit the slopes in Whiteriver with a visit to Sunrise Park Resort. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Snowflake Arizona Temple

Learn about the local history of Snowflake when you spend time at Snowflake Arizona Temple. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's desert landscape.

Thompson Trail #629

You can take time to visit Thompson Trail #629 during your travels to Eagar. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

John Ford Point

Explore the great outdoors at John Ford Point, a lovely green space in Oljato-Monument Valley. Make time to visit the area's notable monuments, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Spider Rock

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Spider Rock during your travels in Fort Defiance. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Coal Mine Canyon

Explore the great outdoors at Coal Mine Canyon, a lovely green space in Tuba City. While in this culturally rich area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.