Things To Do In Monument Valley

Above, a view of the Mittens and Merrick Butte at sunrise. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

For those who have never been to Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park or for those who have but were unaware that there of things to do there, the following will be your cup of tea.

I was in Monument Valley in October and took a sunrise tour of the 17-mile loop.

Travel2Next has a list of 20 things one can do in Monument Valley. It has something for everybody.

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Monument Valley is one of the most famous and iconic places in the United States. The valley is inside the Navajo Nation, meaning it is protected and owned by the Native Americans who live there – they have their own laws and customs and even their own president. The towering rock formations, known as mesas and buttes that dominate Monument Valley have become famous through films set in the Wild West, such as The Lone Ranger, How The West Was Won and Stagecoach, directed by John Ford, who gave his name to one of the valley’s most famous locations.

Monument Valley receives thousands of visitors annually, even though it can be tricky to reach. It is spread across the Utah and Arizona border, around a 6.5-hour drive from Las Vegas or three hours from Flagstaff. The area is breathtakingly beautiful and offers plenty to do, such as the Monument Valley loop, which encompasses all the major sights, and outdoor activities such as camping, hiking and stargazing.

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