EXTRAORDINARY LANDSCAPES. ENDURING STORIES.

Vermilion Cliffs National Monument

Cliffs, sandstone & remote plateaus
Arizona
Scenic header: Independence Monument as seen from Rim Rock Drive is an icon of the larger national monument. · NPS Photo · Photo credits
TAKE TIME TO DISCOVER

Cliffs, sandstone & remote plateaus

Brilliant cliffs and sculpted sandstone frame a remote landscape on the Colorado Plateau. Some famous destinations require competitive permits; other outings demand rugged travel and careful planning.

BUILD A MEMORABLE VISIT

What to explore

  • 01Vermilion Cliffs views
  • 02Paria Canyon permitted routes
  • 03Coyote Buttes permitted routes

Before you go

The Wave is not a walk-up attraction. Check permits, road conditions and the exact route before making any backcountry plan.

Give the place time

Choose a manageable walk, viewpoint or tour, and allow time for interpretation. Gateway areas help orient the visit; they are not exact entrance directions.

Make the details easy

Confirm the specific facilities, walking surfaces and vehicle access your group needs. Tours, transport and special access may require separate arrangements.

Check the official source for current access, hours, fees, reservations, permits and alerts. Photos may show earlier conditions. Suggested highlights are visit ideas, not a guarantee that every area is currently open.