National Monument · AZ
The National Park Service lists 9 things to do at Wupatki National Monument. 1 have no extra fee, 5 need no reservation. Each listing links to the full NPS page. Data is from the NPS snapshot of Oct 28, 2026.
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The Antelope House Hike is a unique opportunity for visitors to experience the backcountry of Wupatki with a ranger and see excellent examples of Ancestral Puebloan structures and scenic views within Wupatki National Monument's Eligible Wilderness.
Winter, Spring, Fall Reservation required Fee applies
Off-Trail Permitted Hiking
Join Jackie Rabbit in exploring the human history, geology, and wildlife of Wupatki National Monument and earn a Jr. Ranger badge.
30 Minutes Year-round
Crack-In-Rock hikes are led by park staff and are only accessible by reservations offered by the park. This strenuous hike provides an opportunity to visit Ancestral Puebloan structures and view petroglyph panels.
6-8 Hours Spring Reservation required Fee applies
Off-Trail Permitted Hiking
The East Mesa Hike is a unique opportunity for visitors to experience the backcountry of Wupatki with a ranger and see excellent examples of Ancestral Puebloan structures, petroglyphs, and artifacts.
2-4 Hours Winter, Spring, Fall Reservation required Fee applies
Off-Trail Permitted Hiking
The Kaibab House Hike is a unique opportunity for visitors to experience the backcountry of Wupatki with a ranger and see excellent examples of Ancestral Puebloan structures, petroglyphs, and artifacts.
3-5 Hours Winter, Spring, Fall Reservation required Fee applies
Off-Trail Permitted Hiking
The Citadel and Nalakihu Pueblos were the central hub of a vibrant agricultural community between the early 1100s and mid 1200s CE
5-20 Minutes Year-round Fee applies
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Lomaki, Beautiful House in the Hopi language, is located at the end of this trail. It had nine rooms constructed from local limestone and sandstone in the last decade of the 1100s.
10-30 Minutes Year-round Fee applies
Wukoki Pueblo is an impressive eight room structure built on top of a large sandstone pedestal. It was occupied between the early 1100s and mid 1200s CE.
5-15 Minutes Year-round Fee applies
Visit the largest free standing pueblo in northern AZ which was once a bustling hub of trade and agriculture. View the whole pueblo from an overlook behind the visitor center or walk the half-mile trail to see the structure up close.
5-30 Minutes Year-round Fee applies
Check current alerts and closures, entrance fees and operating hours for Wupatki. Programs and tours can change with the season or be cancelled on short notice — confirm on the NPS page before you plan around one.
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