Meteor Crater was created nearly 50,000 years ago when a meteor about nearly 150 feet in diameter hit the earth about 22 miles southwest of Winslow. The impact left this crater about 500 feet deep, 4,150 feet in diameter and the crater rim stands 150 feet above the surrounding plateau.

Local visitor center contains Museum of Astrology and Astronaut Hall of Fame. Guided trail tours of the rim are available. Facilities include RV Park, Interactive Learning Center, Astronomy Theater, Restuarant. Use exit 233 off I-40 freeway and head about 7 miles south.
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Meteor Crater
I-40 Exit 233, Winslow, AZ 86047;
928-289-2362; Park Website;
Open Daily : 8AM-5PM / Summer Hours : 7AM-7PM; Closed: Dec 25;

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NOTICE: Removal or damage of any site, artifact, artifact fragment, or rock art can incur penalties under state law of 5 years in prison and a maximum $150,000 fine.

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Walnut Canyon - Indian Ruins
Wupatki - Indian Ruins
Sunset Crater - Extinct Volcano
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