Arizona · National Park

Petrified Forest

Colorful badlands and the world's largest collection of Late Triassic fossils and petrified wood.

🥾 18+ trails 🎟️ $25 / vehicle ⛺ No campgrounds ☀️ April – October 📅 Open year-round

Popular trails

Curated routes with approximate round-trip distance. In the app, tap one to log it.

  • Blue Mesa Trail1.0 mi
  • Crystal Forest Trail0.8 mi
  • Giant Logs Trail0.4 mi
  • Painted Desert Rim Trail0.8 mi
  • Long Logs Trail0.4 mi

Camping

There are no NPS campgrounds inside the park. Lodging and private campgrounds are typically available nearby.

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Best time to visit

Peak season: April – October. The park is open year-round, though some roads and facilities close or run reduced hours in winter.

Getting there

Nearest city: Gallup, NM. Park center: 34.980°, -109.780°.

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