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Wupatki National Monument

Flagstaff, Arizona

Mile Marker 1630 mi from Chicago

Typical Visit 3 hr

Highway Historic Route 66

Wupatki National Monument invites you to step back in time amidst ancient pueblos scattered across the high desert landscape near Flagstaff. Explore the remarkably preserved stone dwellings, pictographs, and ball courts of Native American tribes who thrived here centuries ago, offering a tangible connection to the enduring spirit of this historic corridor. Wander through these silent villages and imagine life as it was, with the red rock mesas providing a stunning backdrop to this unique archaeological treasure.

Wupatki National Monument sits at mile 1631 of Route 66 in Flagstaff, Arizona. Heading west, it's about 9 mi past Twin Arrows Trading Post.

Arizona, USA, Flagstaff, Arizona

(928) 679-2365

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