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Monument Valley is a large area that includes much of the area surrounding Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park, a Navajo Nation equivalent to a national park.
Visitors may pay an access fee and drive through the park on a 17 mile (27 km) dirt road (a 2-3 hour trip). Parts of Monument Valley, such as Mystery Valley and Hunts Mesa are accessible only by guided tour. The area is the filming location of many Hollywood westerns.
Visitors may pay an access fee and drive through the park on a 17 mile (27 km) dirt road (a 2-3 hour trip). Parts of Monument Valley, such as Mystery Valley and Hunts Mesa are accessible only by guided tour. The area is the filming location of many Hollywood westerns.
Photography Tips
The area receives an abundance of sunshine. An ND filter will be helpful. Early morning or late afternoon/early evening would work best for photography. Peak season (April 1 thru September 30) hours are 6AM to 8PM.
Travel Information
From the Monument Valley Visitor Center, Drive .7 miles down the scenic drive (42) to a pullout and park.
Spot Type
Outdoor
Crowd Factor
A decent amount of people
Best Timing
Sunset
Sunrise & Sunset
06:36 - 20:01
| current local time: 03:16
Photo Themes
Desert Landscape
Locations
Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park
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