Explore Coal Mine Canyon, Arizona

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Known for its spectacular spires, Hoodoos, cliffs, abundant fossils and narrow ravines, Coal Mine Canyon was formed from centuries of erosion of the sandstone and shale from which it was carved by mother-nature. The Canyon presents an other-worldly landscape comprised of colorful rock walls surrounding the plunging canyon that runs for 15 miles (24 kilometers) from its entrance until terminating at Coal Mine Mesa. The fine, multi-hued sands are favored by Navajo medicine men for use in sand paintings. The area is a preferred location for photographers as the intriguing and colorful rock formations reflects sunlight differently throughout the day with the vistas presented at sunset creating mystical settings. Coal Mine Canyon in the USA’s Desert Southwest is located on the border of the Hopi and Navajo Native American Indian reservations in Northeast Arizona not far from Tuba City, Arizona. Hiking is permitted along the upper rim of the canyon. Tuba City provides accommodations and provisioning. Overnight camping is not allowed at Coal Mine Canyon but a number of campgrounds are located nearby. The badlands of Arizona’s Painted Desert are also nearby. Making a stop to Explore Coal Mine Canyon is a worthy addition to any dreamer’s list that may be visiting Arizona. Be sure to take your camera and capture the scenes that will preserve your memory of this region that is so important to the Native American Culture. Blue Canyon, Coal Mine Canyon East, Ha Ho No Geh, and Bat Canyon are entirely within the Hopi Nation and a Hopi guide is required. You can find details on the Experience Hopi website for tours, authorized guides, and more.

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