Navajo Nation is the name of the largest Indian reservation in the with over 170,000 inhabitants United States. The 70,000 km² territory is owned by the Navajo managed semi-autonomously and is located in the southwest the US, where it is across the states Utah, Arizona and New Mexico extends.
places
Locations marked with an * asterisk are outside the reservation, but in the immediate vicinity.
- In Utah:
- San Juan County: Halchita, Tselakai Dezza, Montezuma Creek, Aneth; Mexican Hat*, bluff*
- In Arizona (Plateau region):
- Coconino County: Cameron, Tuba City, Tonalea, Marble Canyon, LeChee, Tolani Lake, Leupp; page*
- Navajo County: Kayenta, Shonto, Tsegi, Greasewood, Dilkon
- Apache County: Window skirt (Administrative headquarters), Red Mesa, Teec Nos Pos, Rough Rock, Many farms, Tsaile, Chinle, Fort Defiance, Ganado
- In New Mexico (Northwest):
- San Juan County: Beclabito, Rattlesnake, Shiprock, Sanostee, Little Water, Newcomb, Sheep Springs; Farmington*
- McKinley County: Tohatchi, Crystal, Navajo, Standing Rock
Other goals
background
language
An excellent opportunity for every visitor to be dusty Navajo finally to use again. If you can't do that, you speak English.
getting there
The closest major airports are the Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) in Phoenix and the Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) in Albuquerque. To get further from there, you should have your own car (rental car) available.
mobility
Tourist Attractions
| Surname | photo | Overnight locations | What to see here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agathla Peak (El Capitano) | .jpg/200px-Agathla_Peak,_up_close_(8225362725).jpg) | Mexican Hat, Kayenta | Striking, 370 meter high rock, ruin of a former volcano, halfway between Kayenta and Monument Valley. |
| Antelope Canyon |  | page | One of the most famous slot canyons in the world, the dream motif of all photographers. Unfortunately only accessible as part of guided tours. Those who do not feel comfortable in the crowd of this very popular gorge will find numerous other, less popular ones around Page Slot canyons. |
| Bisti Badlands / De-Na-Zin Wilderness |  | Bloomfield, Farmington | Some of the most bizarre forms of erosion found on this planet. |
| Canyon de Chelly National Monument |  | Gallup | Dramatic canyon with numerous interesting geological and archaeological features, including those located in a rock wall White House Ruinswhich were built by the Pueblo Indians around 1000 years ago. The park is administered by the United States, but the land is owned by the Navajo. |
| Dinosaur Tracks |  | Page, Flagstaff | Archaeological site in Tuba City where many prehistoric animal footprints can be seen. |
| Four Corners Monument |  | Bluff, Cortez | The only place in the US where four states meet. |
| Hubbell Trading Post National Historic Site |  | Holbrook | A trading post opened in 1876 on the outskirts of the village of Ganado, which is still in operation today. |
| Monument Valley |  | Mexican Hat | Probably everyone has seen the three distinctive sandstone hardlings in old westerns. If you're anywhere near Mexican Hat before or after visiting Monument Valley, it's worth checking out Goosenecks State Park and Valley of the Gods as well. More on this in the article Canyon Country. |
| Navajo Nation Museum |  | Gallup | The largest museum in the United States of Navajo culture and history, in Window Rock. |
| Navajo Nation Botanical and Zoological Park |  | Gallup | This small zoo is located in Window Rock, where you can also study the regional fauna. |
| Navajo National Monument |  | Mexican Hat | Three relatively well-preserved pueblo complexes from the 13th century. |
| Rainbow Bridge National Monument |  | page | The largest natural stone bridge in the world. Accessible only with organized boat tours. |
| Shiprock Pinnacle |  | Farmington | Striking 483 meter high rock 16 km southwest of Shiprock. Can be seen from afar from Route 64 and Route 491. |
| Window skirt |  | Gallup | This natural rock gate is right by the Navajo Nation Council Chambers in Window Rock, the administrative seat of the Navajo Nation. |
activities
shop
The shopping opportunities in and around the reservation are mostly limited to small convenience stores. If you want to stock up in the supermarket, it is well advised to plan this in advance. The only places around the reservation that have a large supermarket are: Cortez, Farmington, Gallup, Holbrook, Flagstaff and page. Within the reservation you will find supermarkets - mostly from the regional Bashas chain - in Kayenta, Pinon, Tuba City, Dilkon and Chinle. The sale and possession of alcohol is prohibited in the reservation.
kitchen
nightlife
security
Absolutely no alcohol is allowed in the reservation, not even in closed bottles. The nation has a massive problem with alcoholics, and the reservation police are pursuing violations of this territorial law without pardon.
