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  1. May 15, 2024 · Explore the fossils and landscapes of the Painted Desert in this park that spans two geologic epochs. Find out how to visit, what to do, and how to be pet friendly in this official website.

  2. Petrified Forest National Park is an American national park in Navajo and Apache counties in northeastern Arizona. Named for its large deposits of petrified wood , the park covers about 346 square miles (900 square kilometers), encompassing semi-desert shrub steppe as well as highly eroded and colorful badlands .

    • 221,391 acres (895.94 km²)
    • 644,922 (in 2018)
    • Arizona, United States
    • Holbrook
    • Tiponi Point. This is a very quick stop and your first look at the painted desert hills. This viewpoint is located just past the Visitor Center.
    • Painted Desert Rim Trail. This short walking trail (1-mile out and back) starts at Tawa Point and turns around at the Painted Desert Inn and Kachina Point.
    • Painted Desert Inn. This national historic landmark dates back over 100 years. It was once a hotel and restaurant. Now, it is a museum about Route 66.
    • Route 66 and the Old Studebaker. Just before Petrified Forest Road crosses over Route 40 you will see the small car park for the old Studebaker. From here, you can also see the old roadbed of Route 66 and a line of old telephone poles.
  3. Nature, geology, archaeology, paleontology and even architecture meet at this high-desert park. Stretching for miles on both sides of Interstate 40 and located near the town of Holbrook in Northern Arizona, Petrified Forest National Park is a high-desert geologic treasure chest.

  4. Explore one of the world's largest concentrations of colorful petrified wood and fossilized plants and animals in this desert park. Learn about its history, geology, and how to visit its scenic attractions and trails.

  5. Jul 18, 2021 · Learn about the history, geology, and attractions of Petrified Forest National Park in Arizona. Find out how to plan your visit, where to hike, camp, and stay nearby.

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