News Release

More Arizona Archeology Month Hikes Added to the Calendar at Petrified Forest National Park!

One of the many petroglyph panels found in Petrified Forest National Park.

NPS

News Release Date: February 28, 2025

Contact: Victoria Philpott, 928-241-8694

Petrified Forest, AZ–In response to overwhelming public interest, Petrified Forest National Park is adding three additional hikes to archeology sites in the month of March. Learn about the past by joining a ranger for a guided hike into the beautiful and ancient landscapes of Petrified Forest National Park. Expect off trail conditions that include rocky and rugged desert terrain. Reservations required. Contact: Victoria Philpott, 928-241-8694, [e-mail]    

Wednesday, March 12, 2025
Guided Backcountry Hike: Martha’s Butte    
Difficulty: Moderate
Hike 3 miles round trip over undulating terrain to an ancient rock art site. Be prepared to hike approximately 3 hours over rugged desert terrain, average elevation gain is about 225 feet and rated moderate.   

Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Guided Backcountry Hike: Petroglyph Canyon 
Difficulty: Easy/Challenging
Hike 3.5 miles round trip to an old interpretive area featuring a foot trail constructed in the 1930s. The trail, which is challenging, provides access to a large number of petroglyphs. Be prepared to hike approximately 3 hours through off-trail conditions including climbing rocky conditions, average elevation gain about 200 feet, and rated easy except for the steep, rugged foot trail to the petroglyphs, which is challenging and optional.   

Wednesday, March 26, 2025
Guided Backcountry Hike: Flat Iron / Lore’s Bridge
Difficulty: Moderate
Hike 3 miles round trip to view painted desert scenery, petroglyphs, and Lore’s bridge with a park ranger. Be prepared to hike approximately 4-6 hours through off-trail conditions including steep switch backs. Average elevation gain about 400 feet.