A Place for Discovery

Park Hours: 8am to 5pm, MST. Don't forget that Arizona does not observe Daylight Savings.

Would you like to see the park film? It is located at the park's YouTube Channel as well as the park's giftshops.

Image of Blue Mesa and a map

Directions

There are two ways to enter the park

Things to do such as touring and trails with multiple images of people in the park.

Things to Do

There are many things to do in the park--overlooks, short trails, paleo lab, backcountry hikes--for different interests and abilities.

Pets with their people, welcome for leashed pets.

We are Pet Friendly!

·Bag your pet’s poop. ·Always keep your pet on a leash. ·Respect wildlife. ·Know where you can go.

Hiker on the Rim Trail with trail info for short to longer distances.

Walk a Trail

Maintained trails are easy, paved or graveled, from 0.3 to 2.6 miles, great for all ages and abilities.

Last updated: March 24, 2023

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

Petrified Forest National Park
P.O. Box 2217
Attn.:

Petrified Forest, AZ 86028-2217

Phone:

928 524-6228

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