This visit was very worthwhile, and the ruins were quite a sight to behold. These are the largest ruins in N. Arizona, and if you get the opportunity, this site is not to be missed. Beware however, it can get hot out in the desert surroundings, so take water with you. more

This is ancient Indian ruins you'll see in Arizona. The trail is short, but is extremely detailed and very fascinating. You really get a feel and an education with 20 well highlighted trail stops. Once in a lifetime things are the "blowhole" and the amazing renovation work that is still ongoing in this little ancient village. Its out of the... more

The Wuptaki Ruins are a nice way to break up a long drive to or from the Grand Canyon. It is approx. 13 miles off of the interstate, so allow for the extra driving time. We spent 45 mins. total at the Wupatki Ruins themselves before our children (ages 6 and 9) were ready to go. If you are staying... more

My wife liked it, but the rest of us were bored by the ruins. I much preferred the scenery between Wupatki & Sunset crater (but 180 N of Flagstaff is better). The lava flow trails near sunset are worth it. Very few people, so nice after the Grand Canyon crowds. more

There are a lot of ruins here, and one could spend more than a day exploring all of them. In addition you can combine this visit with the nearby Sunset Volcano. Very good interprestive display, too. If doing the Utah national parks and then driving to Flagstaff, this is a good place to visit. Same if driving cross-country on I-40,... more

In between Flagstaff and the Grand Canyon, lies Wupatki National Monument. Full of Native American ruins, that you can go right up and see, and get a feel for what it was like to live in, it is well worth the side trip. The road you drive on is 20+ miles, and is a nice, scenic drive, that also covers... more

Excellent ruins. Although the loop through the park is pretty short, allow yourself at least half of a day to fully explore the ruins. They are all a bit different, and worth the time more

Wupatki is great because unlike other parks, you do more than just walk on trails and snap photographs of the sights. Instead, you're actually going right up to the old relics and experience being a part of what it was like back then. The main site near the visitor center was extensively restored (a little too far, as you'll learn)... more

We combined Wupatki with Sunset Crater, since you can pay one admission (at the Sunset Crater entrance) and see both. We spent about 5 hours total visiting both. The drive from Sunset Crater to Wuptaki was one of the highlights of our trip, through peaceful and beautiful desert scenery. There are several scenic pullovers enroute, where you can stretch your... more