


Small campground and trail area in Navajo County near the Petrified Forest’s Crystal Forest: scattered, colorful petrified logs, badland vistas and open sky. Photograph rich mineral hues, wood textures and sweeping desert compositions. Best at golden hour or after storms for saturated color; midday harsh light. Accessible via park road with a short loop trail and small parking area; park entrance fee and Leave No Trace rules apply. Summer heat and monsoon storms affect timing; weekdays and early



Small campground and trail area in Navajo County near the Petrified Forest’s Crystal Forest: scattered, colorful petrified logs, badland vistas and open sky. Photograph rich mineral hues, wood textures and sweeping desert compositions. Best at golden hour or after storms for saturated color; midday harsh light. Accessible via park road with a short loop trail and small parking area; park entrance fee and Leave No Trace rules apply. Summer heat and monsoon storms affect timing; weekdays and early