Here in a desert environment, you may encounter weather, plants and wildlife that are new to you. You will also visit archeological sites and may even find historic objects as you visit - remember, everything here is protected by federal law and there are substantial fines for disturbance, damage, or removal. You can protect yourself and the sites at Wupatki by following these simple guidelines: Stay on TrailsPlease stay on designated trails to protect yourself and prevent damage to fragile resources. Watch your step. Rocks are sharp, brittle and unstable, cinders can be slippery. Falling on either is an unpleasant experience. Stay Safe on RoadsPark roads are narrow and winding with soft shoulders. Stop only at designated pullouts, never in the road. Reduced speed limits are enforced for the protection of pedestrians and wildlife - please watch for both. Please stay on designated trails to protect yourself and prevent damage to fragile resources. Watch your step. Rocks are sharp, brittle and unstable, cinders can be slippery. Falling on either is an unpleasant experience. The 3 W's - Weather, Wildlife, and Wildfires
On the TrailPlease stay on designated trails to protect yourself and prevent damage to fragile resources. Watch your step. Rocks are sharp, brittle, and unstable. Cinders can be slippery. Falling on either surface is an unpleasant experience. On the RoadPark roads are narrow and winding with soft shoulders. Stop only on designated pullouts. Pay attention to the temperature—summer heat can make closed vehicles dangerously hot. Reduced speed limits are enforced for the protection of pedestrians and wildlife. Please watch for both. |
Last updated: November 2, 2023