Antelope Canyon

Upper Antelope Canyon’s curved sandstone walls glow above a sandy floor, with seasonal sunbeams reaching into the narrow slot.

Only authorized Navajo Parks guides may enter; book ahead and follow your operator’s meeting instructions. Aim upward where the walls curve together, keeping a thin line of sky in the frame. The exit includes stairs and a short climb, and flash floods can arrive from distant rain. Only clear bags are allowed; tripods, monopods, selfie sticks, drones and pets are prohibited.

Best light
Midday
Best months
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Time needed
1 to 2 hours

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Antelope Canyon

Upper Antelope Canyon’s curved sandstone walls glow above a sandy floor, with seasonal sunbeams reaching into the narrow slot.

Only authorized Navajo Parks guides may enter; book ahead and follow your operator’s meeting instructions. Aim upward where the walls curve together, keeping a thin line of sky in the frame. The exit includes stairs and a short climb, and flash floods can arrive from distant rain. Only clear bags are allowed; tripods, monopods, selfie sticks, drones and pets are prohibited.

Best light
Midday
Best months
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Time needed
1 to 2 hours

Get around

Eat & drink

Sleep

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