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Wupatki National Monument
Geologic Formations
Moenkopi sandstone and Wukoki Pueblo

NPS photo by Dallas Larsen.

Moenkopi sandstone and Wukoki Pueblo.

The geologic story of Wupatki is closely linked to that of Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument, located 18 miles to the south. Click here for an overview of both.

Cinders from the eruption of nearby Sunset Crater Volcano blanket parts of Wupatki National Monument. Click here to read the research report.

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People gathering watering from spring

Did You Know?
In the 1100s, Wupatki residents harvested rainwater to supplement springs and seeps that dot the arid landscape. Today, drinking water comes from wells drilled 900 feet deep.
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Last Updated: September 07, 2006 at 11:31 MST