Wupatki National Monument

Wupatki
Wupatki sits in a landscape of legacies, nestled between the Painted Desert and ponderosa highlands of northern Arizona. Ancient pueblos dot red-rock outcroppings across miles of prairie. Where food and water seem impossible to find, people built pueblos, raised families, farmed, traded, and thrived. Today, earth and artifacts whisper their stories.

25137 North Wupatki Lane
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
United States

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Wupatki National Monument preserves the striking remains of ancient pueblos built by the ancestral Puebloans over nine hundred years ago. Located in northern Arizona, this high desert landscape is home to multi-room dwellings, ball courts, and petroglyphs that reveal the rich cultural history of the people who once thrived here and whose descendants continue to steward the land and landscape. Set against the backdrop of red rock mesas and volcanic fields, Wupatki offers visitors a chance to walk through history while taking in the beauty of the surrounding landscape. Whether exploring the impressive Wupatki Pueblo or learning about the region’s Indigenous heritage, this monument is a must-visit for history and archaeology enthusiasts.

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Immerse yourself in the beauty and history of Wupatki National Monument, a hidden gem nestled in Northern Arizona’s high desert. Here, ancient pueblos built over 800 years ago rise gracefully from the rugged landscape, standing as enduring reminders of the ingenuity and resilience of the ancestral Puebloan peoples. Wupatki serves as a living connection to the Indigenous peoples who continue to care for this region as their homelands, including the Hopi, Zuni, Navajo, and other tribes. 

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Step into a serene and engaging shopping experience in the WNP park store, located inside the visitor center at Wupatki National Monument. While you're there, get your passport stamped, pick up a Junior Ranger booklet for the kids, chat with a ranger, and find the perfect keepsake of your visit. From hiking sticks to stylish tees, authentic Native American crafts and jewelry and relevant books, you'll be surprised at all there is to discover. And, like all WNP park stores, your purchases directly benefit the parks.

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Walk the Wupatki Pueblo Trail

This short, accessible paved loop leads to the largest dwelling in the monument, offering stunning views and interpretive signs.

Explore other pueblo sites

Visit sites like Lomaki, Citadel, and Nalakihu Pueblos to see different architectural styles and scenic vistas.

Pair your visit with Sunset Crater

Nearby Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument showcases the volcanic landscape that influenced Wupatki’s history.

Visit in cooler months

Summer temperatures can be extreme, so spring and fall offer the best conditions for hiking and exploring the ruins.

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