OLJATO HIKING FIELD GUIDE
Tear Drop Arch: An Off‑Road Ascent into Monument Valley’s Quiet Monument
A focused 2‑hour outing that pairs an open‑aired off‑road ride with a short hike to Tear Drop Arch, visiting Anasazi ruins and a Navajo hogan along the way so you can experience Monument Valley’s landscape and living culture up close.
Tear Drop Arch: An Off‑Road Ascent into Monument Valley’s Quiet Monument.
This Hiking Tour places you at Tear Drop Arch in Monument Valley for a compact, high‑impact outing: a two‑hour sequence of open‑aired vehicle travel and a scenic climb to the top of a monument, with stops at Anasazi ruins and a traditional Navajo hogan, capped by a live performance from your guide.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Open‑air Ride Then a Short Ascent
The tour begins with an off‑road ride in an open‑aired vehicle and continues with a hike to the top of a monument at Tear Drop Arch, giving a direct, kinetic way to move from valley floor to viewpoint.
Anasazi Ruins and a Navajo Hogan Visit
Along the route the itinerary includes visits to Anasazi ruins and a traditional Navajo hogan, offering tangible connections to the region’s ancestral and living cultures.
Live Performance at a Monument View
The guide provides a live performance at one of the hike’s signature viewpoints, framing the sweep of Monument Valley from a personal, interpretive perspective.
What the day feels like
How the Tour Feels
The rhythm is brisk and elemental: a jostling, open‑air approach across red‑dirt track, followed by a short hike that rewards effort with a commanding view from the top of a monument at Tear Drop Arch, interspersed with stops at archaeological and cultural sites led by a local guide.
THE ROUTE
Open‑air Ride Then a Short Ascent
The tour begins with an off‑road ride in an open‑aired vehicle and continues with a hike to the top of a monument at Tear Drop Arch, giving a direct, kinetic way to move from valley floor to viewpoint.
THE CULTURE
Anasazi Ruins and a Navajo Hogan Visit
Along the route the itinerary includes visits to Anasazi ruins and a traditional Navajo hogan, offering tangible connections to the region’s ancestral and living cultures.
THE MOMENT
Live Performance at a Monument View
The guide provides a live performance at one of the hike’s signature viewpoints, framing the sweep of Monument Valley from a personal, interpretive perspective.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour suits — and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The tour involves light hiking; bring gear appropriate for light hikes and weather in Monument Valley.
This is a two‑hour outing operated by Monument Valley Tribal Tours based at Tear Drop Arch.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The tour lasts approximately 2 hours.
Where do we meet for the tour?
Guests should pick the KOA campground as the meeting point even if not staying overnight; the listed meeting area is Monument Valley, Utah.
Do I need a Tribal Park Pass?
No. It is not required to purchase a Tribal Park Pass because the tour is not located inside the Tribal Park.
What activities are included on the tour?
The outing combines an off‑road open‑aired vehicle ride with a hike to a monument and includes visits to Anasazi ruins, a Navajo hogan, and a live performance from the guide.
What is the level of hiking required?
Light hiking is required for this tour.