Ledge Ruin
The first significant feature you will encounter on this drive is this cliff dwelling occuppied by the Anasazi between 1050 and 1250 A.D. It is located on the opposite cliff wall about 100 feet above the canyon floor.

Dekaa Kiva
Near Ledge Ruin look for a lone circular ceremonial structure (Kiva) reachable only by toeholds cut into the sandstone cliff.

Antelope House
Cliff dwelling ruins of Anasazi indians dating also to about 1050-1250 A.D. Nearby archeaological sites include:

• Tomb of the Weaver - where were found the well preserved remains of an early inhabitant inside a blanket.
• Early pit house - dating to about 693 A.D.
• Also visible from here is Navajo Fortress - a large red sandstone butte used by the Navajo as a refuge from their attackers.

Mummy Cave Overlook
Large complex included in two cliff dwellings were 80 rooms, three ceremonial kivas and a large amphitheater. Occuppied by the Anasazi from 300 to 1300 A.D. Region named for the recovery of two well preserved mummies from burial urns. Of particular interest is the central structure that has three stories of rooms. The ruins are pretty well preserved and give a good indication of the original plaster work and elaborate decorations.

Massacre Cave Overlook
The cave was the site where an 1805 Spanish military expedition killed over 115 Navajo men, women and children. The Navajo had been raiding Spanish settlements encroaching upon their territory and the Spanish struck back in retailation. Visible nearby is Yucca Cave.

Hatathli Gallery
Hours: 9AM-Noon/1PM-4PM (Mon-Fri); Free Admission.
This modern art gallery is located at the far end of North Rim Drive at the Navajo Community College in the town of Tsaile.

Tsegi Overlook
Tsegi - Navajo word for rock canyon. First site along the South Rim Drive.

Junction Overlook
This viewpoint overlooks the junction of Canyon de Chelly with Canyon del Muerto. Also visible is Junction Ruin with 10 rooms and one kiva. Visible nearby is First Ruin perched atop a ledge. Both belonged to the Anasazi 1050-1250 A.D.

White House Overlook
Third viewpoint lookout on South Rim Drive and only place where you can explore into the canyon without the guide. The White House Ruin Trail descends 600 feet to the canyon floor where you can get a close look at the ruins. White House Ruins are one of the largest in this region with about 80 rooms about 50 feet up the side of the opposite wall. Built by the Anasazi 1075-1250 A.D. Visitors are restricted to stay on the trail at all times.

Sliding House Ruins
This drive overlook gives you a view of 50 room cliff dwelling again from the Anasazi pueblo period.

Wild Cherry Overlook
Here you have an impressive view 1,000 feet above the canyon floor from atop the steep canyon walls.

Face Rock Overlook
Here you have an impressive view 1,000 feet above the canyon floor from atop the steep canyon walls.

Spider Rock Overlook
Overlooking the junction of Monument Canyon with Canyon de Chelly. In the middle is the 800 foot free standing twin-monolith Spider Rock Across the canyon is Speaking Rock. This wide canyon section has one of the most spectacular vistas in the region.

Fort Defiance
Fort Defiance, established 1851, saw action as a U.S. Army base in the Navajo Wars of the 1860's. Later it was a headquarters for the regional Bureau of Indian Affairs.

Ganado
Ganado for centuries was a favorite gathering place first for the ancient Anasazi and then for the Navajo.

Hubbell Trading Post National Historic Site
PO Box 150, Ganado, AZ 86505; (520) 755-3475; Daily 8AM-5PM; Free Admission.
In 1878, John L. Hubbell bought this trading post 1 mile west of Ganado on SR-264. It is the oldest continually operating trading post on the Navajo Reservation. Members of the Navajo, Hopi, Zuni and other tribes trade hand-made crafts, jewelry, baskets and pottery today much like was done for the 89 years when the Hubbell family ran the trading post. Rangers run guided tours of the trading post compound and Hubbell Family home. The visitors center hold weaving and silversmith demonstrations.

Window Rock is capitol of the Navajo nation and seat of the tribal government. Also site of the U.S. governments regional Bureau of Indian Affairs office. Navajo Nation Fair - annual event in second week of September.

Four Corners Monument
Open Daily 8AM-5PM (Extended hours in summer); Admission $1.50; (520) 871-6647;
Large monolith along US 666 marks only spot in the U.S. common to four states - Arizona, Utah, Colorado and New Mexico.

St. Michaels Historical Museum
24 Mission Road, Window Rock, AZ 86515; (520) 871-4171; Open Daily 9AM-5PM;
Located in the St. Michaels Mission complex with exhibits on the work of Franciscan Friars that worked with the Navajo Nation. Other exhibits focus on Navajo tribal life and crafts.