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Petrified Forest National Park Tour
About The Tour
This park is more than just Petrified wood. In one small park you’ll find Painted Desert vistas, Ancestral Puebloan ruins and petroglyphs, Route 66 history, badlands, and of course fossilized tree trunks from over 200 million years ago.
• Visit the iconic Route 66
• Marvel at petroglyphs at Newspaper Rock State Historic Monument
• Hike the 1-mile Blue Mesa Trail to discover out of this world badlands
• Take in views of petrified wood from Jasper Forest
• Visit the iconic Route 66
• Marvel at petroglyphs at Newspaper Rock State Historic Monument
• Hike the 1-mile Blue Mesa Trail to discover out of this world badlands
• Take in views of petrified wood from Jasper Forest
About the tour
This park is more than just Petrified wood. In one small park you’ll find Painted Desert vistas, Ancestral Puebloan ruins and petroglyphs, Route 66 history, badlands, and of course fossilized tree trunks from over 200 million years ago.
• Visit the iconic Route 66
• Marvel at petroglyphs at Newspaper Rock State Historic Monument
• Hike the 1-mile Blue Mesa Trail to discover out of this world badlands
• Take in views of petrified wood from Jasper Forest
• Visit the iconic Route 66
• Marvel at petroglyphs at Newspaper Rock State Historic Monument
• Hike the 1-mile Blue Mesa Trail to discover out of this world badlands
• Take in views of petrified wood from Jasper Forest
STARTING POINTS
- South of Holbrook, AZ
- I-40 east
- I-40 west
RECOMMENDED START TIME: Before 11:00 a.m.
OUR SHAKA PROMISE
• Reliable customer support
• Tours crafted by real people
• Satisfaction guaranteed
- South of Holbrook, AZ
- I-40 east
- I-40 west
RECOMMENDED START TIME: Before 11:00 a.m.
OUR SHAKA PROMISE
• Reliable customer support
• Tours crafted by real people
• Satisfaction guaranteed
• Tours never expire
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2. Dinosaurs in Petrified Forest
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3. Pintado Point
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4. Jasper Forest
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5. Blue Mesa
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6. Puerco Pueblo
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7. Triassic Park
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Petrified Forest National Park Tour Map
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Petrified Forest National Park Tour Stops
Things to do on the Tour Include:
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Crystal Forest
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Jasper Forest
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The Tepees and Blue Forest Trail
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Kachina Point and Painted Desert Inn
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Painted Desert Visitor Center
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Blue Mesa Trailhead
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Puerco Pueblo
Meet the Creators
Phil Schoen
Narrator
I’ll be your guide on this tour. Press play to hear a sneak peek of the stories waiting for you as you browse.
Creators behind the Petrified Forest National Park Tour
Phil Schoen
Narrator
I’ll be your guide on this tour. Press play to hear a sneak peek of the stories waiting for you as you browse.
Rita Fowers
Writer/Editor
Favorite Quote:
"What man actually needs is not a tensionless state but rather the striving and struggling for some goal worthy of him." - Viktor Frankl
Rayne Warne
Writer & Managing Editor
Favorite Quote:
"Stories are machines inhabited by a god." - Bonnie Friedman
Matt Caracciolo
Writer & Editor
Favorite Quote:
"All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given to us." --J.R.R. Tolkien
Andrew Shults
Producer & Data Team Manager
Favorite Quote:
“I may not have gone where I intended to go, but I think I have ended up where I needed to be.” - Douglas Adams
Purchase Options
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Petrified Forest National Park Tour
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Petrified Forest National Park Tour FAQS
Information
Conditions can change fast. Please check these links for closures, alerts and local conditions before your trip. Stay informed so you can ensure a smooth ride for your trip.
Inclusions/Exclusions
Inclusions:
- More than a map and directions — your tour, fully guided
- Audio storytelling that plays as you drive
- Music and immersive sound to upgrade your drive
- Human-created, professionally narrated tours
- Pre-planned route with turn-by-turn directions
- Itinerary mapped out with must-see stops
- Expert travel tips
- Offline access – works without data or wifi
- Flexible, self-paced experience
- One purchase per vehicle (not per person)
- Lifetime access (tours never expire)
- Reliable customer support
Exclusions:
- Private transportation (use your own or rental vehicle)
- Meals
- Attraction admission or park entrance fees
- Parking fees
- Live tour guide or in-person services
- Trip planning or booking services
- Fully customizable navigation like Google or Apple Maps
- On-demand route planning or custom directions
- Open-ended navigation tools
Tour FAQs
1. Where does the Petrified Forest National Park Tour go?
The Petrified Forest National Park Tour has 11 stops. Check out the itinerary here for a complete list of stops and if you’re looking for more information to help plan your trip, here’s what you need to know before you go!
2. What should I pack for the Petrified Forest National Park Tour?
Sneakers or hiking boots
Hiking clothes (bring layers!)
Hat/sunglasses
Sunscreen
Windbreaker jacket
Binoculars
Canteen/ refillable water bottle
Snacks
Phone charger and mount
Credit card
Cooler with snack if you’re picnicking
Hiking clothes (bring layers!)
Hat/sunglasses
Sunscreen
Windbreaker jacket
Binoculars
Canteen/ refillable water bottle
Snacks
Phone charger and mount
Credit card
Cooler with snack if you’re picnicking
3. What should I budget for the Petrified Forest National Park tour?
$25.00 per car: Petrified Forest National Park Entrance Fee
$10-15 per person: Lunch/snacks
$20+: Souvenirs
$10-15 per person: Lunch/snacks
$20+: Souvenirs
4. What are the hours on Petrified Forest National Park?
The Petrified Forest National Park is open from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
5. Can I join the Petrified Forest National Park Tour en route?
Yes! Feel free to join the tour along the route. Just make sure that you follow the numbers in chronological order from where you are starting from. If you don’t begin at one of the tour starting points you’ll miss a few stories, but you’ll still have a great experience.
6. Can I take the Petrified Forest National Park Tour in the opposite direction?
The Petrified Forest National Park Tour can be done in both directions.
7. Other Questions? Contact us!
Still have questions? Send us an email at aloha@shakaguide.com or give us a call at (808) 201-8138.
What is an Audio Tour Guide?
Think of us as your personal tour guide in an app. Our tours provide everything a guided tour does, but with the freedom to explore on your terms. Here’s how it works:
GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk. Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.
The app works offline so even with spotty service we’ll get you where you need to go.
Pretty cool huh? We think so! Check out our tours and let’s explore together.
GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk. Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.
The app works offline so even with spotty service we’ll get you where you need to go.
Pretty cool huh? We think so! Check out our tours and let’s explore together.