Monument Valley
Monument Valley — an iconic desert landscape of large sandstone buttes and cliffs — straddles the Arizona-Utah border within Navajo Nation and is best-known for dramatic viewing drives and Navajo-led tours.
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Geography
| Address | Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park, AZ/UT, USAU.S. Highway 163 |
|---|---|
| Continent | North America |
| Region | Southwestern United States |
| Subregion | Colorado Plateau |
| Country | United States |
| State | ArizonaUtah |
| County | San Juan County (UT)Apache County (AZ) |
| District | Navajo Nation |
| City | Kayenta |
| Neighborhood | Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park |
| Postal Code | 86033 |
| Timezone | AmericaPhoenix |
| Latitude | 36.9984 |
| Longitude | -110.0988 |
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12:55 PM LOCAL TIMEMonument Valley is a globally recognizable desertscape of massive red sandstone buttes and soaring fins that rise dramatically from the Arizona-Utah border. Located within Navajo Nation — the largest tribe in North America — the valley combines natural monumentality with deep cultural significance; it has been a popular backdrop for films, photography, and tourism. Main access is via the U.S. Highway 163, which offers scenic drives through the rim-area viewpoints and direct access for guided tours led by Navajo guides. Beyond the visitor areas, options include longer backcountry rides, camping (where permitted), and cultural exchanges that provide insights beyond the imagery. Visitors come for iconic vistas, sunrise and sunset lighting, and a chance to learn about Navajo history and traditions that have shaped the landscape. Amenities are centered around the tribal park and nearby facilities in Kayenta and larger gateway towns, but the core experience is tied closely to the land and the stories told by the Navajo hosts.
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