Find your path and explore more national parks this summer

Red canyon with river and autumn foliage under a clear blue sky at Canyon de Chelly on the Navajo Nation.
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Longer days, open roads, historic commemorations, and canyon light—summer in the parks begins now. Find your park trip inspiration in this month’s edition of “American West Monthly.”

Mountain road under a blue sky at sunset.
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Experience New Mexico

Planning your Route 66 New Mexico adventure? Experience a 7-day journey across New Mexico’s landscapes—plus catch Out There: A National Parks Story at the KiMo Theatre, May 21.

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Experience Canyon de Chelly National Monument

Ancient cliffs, living culture—experience Canyon de Chelly National Monument on the Navajo Nation.

Canyon at sunset with red rock formations and cloudy sky.
Canyon with red rock formations under a blue sky with clouds.
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Plan your trip to Canyon de Chelly

A breathtaking landscape still home to living traditions, Canyon de Chelly National Monument invites you beyond the rim and into a landscape where history, culture, and canyon light shape every turn. 

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Brochure with canyon landscape and text about North and South Rims.
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Get your Canyon de Chelly driving guide

Plan your route with the Canyon de Chelly driving guide, an inspirational trip-planning resource and essential travel companion with detailed explanations of each stop along the drive and vivid photography. 

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Rocky cliffside path with autumn trees under a clear blue sky.
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Connect with cultural heritage

Stories rooted in land and people shape every visit. Discover trails that take you deep into cultural heritage, brought to you in partnership with AllTrails.

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Cyclist riding on a desert trail near a cactus, under a clear blue sky.
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Plan your summer park trip

Summer crowds are coming—plan early mornings, scenic byways, and lesser-known stops.

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