Hiking Trails - (Please note there is no off trail unguided hiking within the monument.) Wupatki Pueblo Trail: Located directly behind the Wupatki Visitor Center; Once a regional center for trade, this 104 room pueblo features a ball court and unique geologic blowhole. Distance: 0.5 mile (0.8 km) round-trip Time: 30 minutes (60 minutes if using the entire trail guide) Difficulty: Easy, accessible up to the scenic overlook Wukoki Pueblo Trail: Built on a sandstone outcrop, this pueblo is unique for its structure and location. Distance: 0.2 mile (0.3 km) round-trip Time: 15 minutes Difficulty: Easy, first 0.1 mile (0.2 km), trail up to the base of the pueblo is accessible Nalakihu and Citadel Pueblos: Walk up the hill past Nalakihu to Citadel Pueblo and enjoy 360 degree views of the surrounding landscape. Distance: 0.2 mile (0.3 km) round-trip Time: 15 minutes Difficulty: Easy, trail to Nalakihu is accessible. Lomaki & Box Canyon Pueblos: Built on the edge of a small canyon, the Box Canyon and Lomaki Pueblos unite the human and geologic story of the Wupatki Basin. Distance: 0.5 mile (0.8 km) round-trip Time: 30 minutes Difficulty: Easy - not accessible Off Trail Ranger Led hikes are available in the winter. Visit our Discovery Hike page for more information. |
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Last updated: August 26, 2020