Petrified Forest National Park

Ancient Stone Trees in East Arizona

Set In Stone

Petrified Forest is home to petroglyphs, ancient preserved wood, and other colorful rock formations in northeastern Arizona. Take a drive down Petrified Forest Road for a master class in geology.

Crystalline Tree Rings Petrified Forest State Park
Crystal Tree Rings
Geology
Painted Desert in Petrified Forest State Park
Colorful Vistas
Hiking

Visiting Petrified Forest

Petrified Forest is one of the more low-key children of the National Park System. There are no campgrounds, and the scenic route connecting Interstate 40 and Highway 180 makes it an easy day trip while traveling through Arizona. The northern section of the park is mostly colorful rock formations and desert vistas. The southerly section transitions into manmade petroglyphs and pueblo ruins, along with the eponymous petrified forest. All are accessible by short hikes. Despite their short length, visitors should be conscious of their water supply and body covering in this dry and exposed environment

Things To Do In Petrified Forest National Park

  • Hike the Crystal Forest
  • Get the latest at Newspaper Rock
  • Take a selfie at Kachina Point
  • Learn more at the Rainbow Forest Museum
  • Drive Petrified Forest Road
  • Savor a picnic at Chinde Point
Petrified Forest National Park Map
Petrified Forest National Park
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