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Canyon de Chelly National Monument

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 12 attractions in Chinle
Traveler Description: Red cliff and canyon walls that are home to ancient Indian ruins.
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Attraction type: Monument, Canyon, Ancient ruins, Cavern/cave, National park, Historic site, Geological formation
Activities: Hiking, Camping, Driving, Four-wheeling, Horseback riding
Address: Chinle, AZ 86503
Tel: 928-674-5500
Fax: 928-674-5507

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Reviews of Canyon de Chelly National Monument

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5 of 5 stars
Chicago, IL
Oct 4, 2008

We visited many national and state parks while in Arizona and this was one of our favorites, right behind The Grand Canyon. We spent a whole day visiting the various look-out points and hiking along some of the easier trails. The canyon and pueblo ruins are fantastic. The best thing is that you feel like you have the canyon to... more

5 of 5 stars
Guildford, UK
Aug 26, 2008

Of all the national parks and canyons we visited, the Canyon de Chelly has an almost tangeable sense of spirtituality. We took the south rim drive out of Chinle and didn't bother with an expensive rip-off Jeep tour; reception at the hotel was setting up some people with $75 per person jeep trips into the canyon. Granted that except the... more

5 of 5 stars
Jacksonville
Aug 14, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

Here is man you need to use for a great adventure. Blending history, geology, politics, native stories, he covers it all. You can occasionlly can ask a question if you're quick. Make your reservation before arriving to nail him down for the tour. He is professional, enthusiatic and conveys the essence of this beautiful place. The Holiday Inn was clean,... more

5 of 5 stars
Broomfield, Colorado
Jun 3, 2008
3/3 found this review helpful

I've wanted to visit Canyon de Chelly for literally decades. When I finally got a chance, I read the reviews here and called up Adam at Antelope House Tours. We went on the 3 hour tour (sounds like "Gilligan's Island" eh?). It turns out Adam had so many clients that day that he took the bigger party and sent my... more

3 of 5 stars
Brookline, Massachusetts
May 14, 2008
2/4 found this review helpful

I took a day long tour out of the Thunderbird Lodge. The often referred to "shake and bake" truck tour. Shaking was minimal, and since it was April, no baking. The day was too drawn out to really enjoy, and boring. The sites were all fenced off. You could not get closer than a football field to the canyon walls.... more

Apr 14, 2008
8/8 found this review helpful

Adam Teller of Antelope House Tours is excellent. I decided to go with him due to the great reviews right on this sight. The great reviews are 100% deserved. He took my husband, 10 year old daughter and I for a half day tour of Canyon de Chelly. We used his new 4 door jeep which was very roomy and... more

5 of 5 stars
Nottingham UK
Dec 9, 2007
9/9 found this review helpful

My wife and I spent a half-day with Adam Teller (Antelope House Tours) and two fellow travellers in September, on a guided tour of Canyon De Chelly. We chose Antelope House Tours based on postings on Tripadvisor, & can only add to the positive comments of previous posts. Adam is a fascinating guide, & came over as a great guy.... more

5 of 5 stars
Fort Worth, TX
Nov 3, 2007
9/9 found this review helpful

The "other" canyon in Arizona has a beauty and charm of its own. IF it wasn't in general area of Grand Canyon, it would probably get more of its due acclaim. But that is not so bad, because Canyon de Chelly does not have the huge crowds that its more famous neighbor has. To see the different areas from either... more

5 of 5 stars
California
Oct 13, 2007
4/4 found this review helpful

We have all ways wanted to see the remains of the "Anasazi" ruins located in the remote areas of the south west. History tells us that the people who build these fabulous cliff dwellings of adobe disappeared over 1000 years ago. Questions as to what happened to them remain for the most part unanswered. The Canyon walls extend over 1000... more

5 of 5 stars
Fairfield, CT
Aug 23, 2007
1/1 found this review helpful

We found the Canyon de Chelly to be stunningly beautiful and surprisingly free of other tourists. We opted out of the Vegas loop in favor of heading East to the Canyon de Chelly, then North and back to Flagstaff(and that other canyon) via Monument Valley. It was great! We took a tour through the Canyon de Chelly with Daniel Staley... more

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Canyon de Chelly National Monument: Management Resources

Canyon de Chelly National Monument Address

Chinle, AZ 86503
Tel: 928-674-5500 Fax: 928-674-5507