The primary activity at Wupatki National Monument is viewing the ruins and archeological artifacts of prehistoric Sinagua and Anasazi peoples.
Facilities include a museum, book store, restrooms, overlook and short trails. Allow 2 hours to see five prehistoric pueblos; or, at least 30 minutes to visit the largest -- Wupatki Pueblo located behind the Visitor Center -- and to view museum exhibits.
Biking
Bicycles are restricted to the Loop Road.
Auto Touring
Much of Wupatki and Sunset Crater Volcano can be experienced by driving the 36-mile Loop Road connecting the monuments to U.S. Highway 89. Traveling from the south, stops include:
- Bonito Park, for a view of Sunset Crater Volcano
- Sunset Crater Visitor Center
- Bonito Lava Flow Pull-out
- Cinder Hills Viewpoint
- Painted Desert Vista
- Wupatki Visitor Center with access to the major pueblo
- Doney Mountain Viewpoint
Hiking/Ruins Trails
Hiking is restricted to established trails only. The backcountry of Wupatki is closed to hiking to protect fragile archeological sites.
