Are dogs allowed on Monument Valley?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Monument Valley but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Monument Valley?

No, Monument Valley does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Monument Valley?

Monument Valley is rated easy. It is 11.9 miles long with 505 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

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We don't have current condition data for this trail. Check with the land manager before you go.

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EasyPoint to Point

Arizona

Monument Valley

Monument Valley, Arizona

11.9 mi

Distance

505 ft

Elev. Gain

4h 8m

Est. Time

Point to Point

Route Type

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

Monument Valley is a region of the Colorado Plateau characterized by a cluster of sandstone buttes, with the largest reaching 1,000 ft (300 m) above the valley floor. The most famous butte formations are located in northeastern Arizona along the Utah–Arizona state line. The valley is considered sacred by the Navajo Nation, the Native American people within whose reservation it lies.

Source: Wikipedia — text licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Verify trail conditions and seasonal closures with the managing agency before you go.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:1,505 ft

Max:1,701 ft

154 ft

314 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Point to Point
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.