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Wupatki National Monument

Flagstaff, AZ

History

Red sandstone pueblos built after the Sunset Crater eruption, the largest with around 100 rooms and a ball court. A paved trail from the visitor center loops through it.

Nearest town
Flagstaff, AZ
Category
History & culture
GPS
35.5200, -111.3713

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in April and July–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

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Nearby

Campsites nearby

  • O'Leary Group CampgroundCampsite
    14 mi from Wupatki National Monument
  • Bonito CampgroundCampsite
    14 mi from Wupatki National Monument · 44 pitches
  • Lockett Meadow CampgroundCampsite
    18 mi from Wupatki National Monument
  • Wild camp with bear binCampsite
    20 mi from Wupatki National Monument
  • Greer's Pine Shadows RV ParkMotorhome stopover
    22 mi from Wupatki National Monument
    Motorhomes
  • KOA Holiday - FlagstaffMotorhome stopover
    23 mi from Wupatki National Monument
    TentsMotorhomesElectricityWaste disposalWi-Fi

All campsites in Arizona · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Wupatki National Monument?

Wupatki National Monument is in Flagstaff, AZ, at GPS 35.5200, -111.3713. It is about 13 mi from Sunset Crater Volcano.

Can you camp near Wupatki National Monument?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is O'Leary Group Campground, about 14 mi away; within 25 mi there are 10 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Wupatki National Monument?

Wupatki National Monument is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Flagstaff to the Grand Canyon via volcanoes and Desert View.

What is there to see near Wupatki National Monument?

Places worth a stop nearby: Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument (14 mi), Walnut Canyon National Monument (25 mi), Lowell Observatory (27 mi) and Meteor Crater (39 mi).

When is the best time to visit Wupatki National Monument?

The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in April and July–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)