Petrified Forest National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
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2h - 3h
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Mobile or paper ticket accepted
About this experience
Discover the timeless beauty of Petrified Forest National Park with this self-guided driving tour. Journey through an ancient landscape where once-lush forests have turned to stone and vibrant desert vistas stretch as far as the eye can see. Explore trails that wind through the park, revealing a land frozen in time and bursting with geological wonders. Unearth the history of this unique landscape, filled with prehistoric creatures, early human inhabitants, and fascinating fossils.
Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone explores together!
After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point.
Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.
This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.
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Petrified National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
What's included
Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
Great value: purchase per car, not per person. More affordable than bus or guided tours!
Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!
Detailed itinerary
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10-minute detour to the Blue Mesa Trail. The views that color this easy 1-mile loop trail make it a hugely popular stop for most visitors. The trail itself takes about 25 minutes.
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Stop 2
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Coming up soon is the Painted Desert Rim Trail, an easy 1-mile hike that takes around 25 minutes.
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You’ll have the opportunity to see the Painted Desert Inn. This abandoned hotel dates back to the early 1900s and offers a fascinating glimpse into early tourism in the region.
4
Pintado Point is coming up in just a moment. As the highest overlook in the park, it offers a 360-degree view of the Painted Desert badlands. But how exactly did these badlands form?
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Stop 5
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“Nizhoni” means beautiful in Navajo, a name that describes the first overlook perfectly.
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Stop 6
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Our tour begins at the Painted Desert Visitor Center at 1 Park Rd. If you’re not there already, you should head there now.
Note: The tour is over 27+ miles long, with more than 32+ audio stories, and takes about 2-3 hours to complete.
Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.
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Petrified Forest is the only national park that contains a section of Historic Route 66, that essential piece of Americana.
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Stop 8
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This prominent embodiment of the Blue Mesa layer is covered in rock carvings called petroglyphs.
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Stop 9
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This moderately challenging 2.4-mile roundtrip route takes around an hour to complete.
10
Lacey Point is just ahead, named after Iowa Congressman John Lacey. Lacey spent his congress years working tirelessly to protect plants and wildlife.
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The “bridge” in question here is actually a 110-foot-long petrified log spanning a gully! With each end firmly embedded in sandstone, this petrified log forms a sturdy natural bridge.
12
Jasper Forest, an incredible garden of petrified wood. The logs aren’t actually jasper, but they do look like it!
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Stop 13
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This 15-minute, easy trail features intact petrified logs with quartz crystals that sparkle in the sun.
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Once the heart of the Petrified Forest National Monument, the Rainbow Forest Museum acts as one of the earliest facilities.
What's not included
Park Passes
Available languages
Audio guide
EN
Reviews breakdown
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Important information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How To Access: After booking, you’ll get an email and text with setup instructions and password (search “audio tour” in emails and texts). • Download the separate tour app by Action • Enter the password sent by email and text. • MUST download the tour while in strong wifi/cellular. • Works offline after download.
How to start touring: Open Action’s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction.
Go to the starting point No one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided Enter the first story’s point and the audio will begin automatically Follow the audio cues to the next story, which will also play automatically. Enjoy hands-free exploring. If you face audio issues, contact support. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
Travel worry-free: Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace. Skip anything you don’t care about or explore bonus content for everything that interests you
Due to the possibility of government shutdowns affecting national parks and certain attractions, we recommend checking official websites for any updates or closures before your trip. This will help ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience.
Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.
Please note that an entrance pass is required to visit Petrified Forest National Park, and it is not included with this tour.
Audio Setup: Connect your phone to your car's stereo system using Bluetooth, USB, or AUX. For the best experience, consider using headphones for walking tours. Audio playback is compatible with Apple CarPlay, with navigation features coming soon. Support for Android Auto is also on the way.
For the best experience, please use an iPhone running iOS 15 or later, an Android device running version 9 or later, or an iPad/tablet with GPS and cellular connectivity, as these are recommended for navigation.
Savings tips: Driving tours: purchase just one tour for everyone in the car
Meeting point
Important notes
1. Find The Setup Instructions NOW:
• Download the App: actiontourguide.com/app
• Find Your Password: Search your email or text messages for “Action Tour Guide”
• Enter Password: Open the app and enter your 8-digit password
• Download the Tour NOW while you have Wi-Fi or cell service
• Offline Ready: Once downloaded, the tour works without internet
• Need Help? Visit: actiontourguide.com/redeem
2. Download The Tour NOW:
• Download NOW over WiFi or cellular data ahead of your trip.
• Don’t wait until travel day - your tour is VALID FOR ONE YEAR from purchase.
• Your password redemption is limited to the number of travelers booked. Please enter the same password on each device.
3. Audio Tour Tips:
• This is a self-guided audio tour - no one will meet you at the starting point.
• Entrance and attraction tickets are not included. Please book those separately.
• Curious how it works? Watch a quick video here: actiontourguide.com/tutorial
• For the best audio, connect to the car stereo via Bluetooth, USB, or Aux, or listen from your phone speaker.
• CarPlay and Android Auto aren’t supported yet.
• Valid for 12 months - listen to your tour on any day without changing your travel date or rebooking!
4. Help & Support:
• Visit our FAQs: actiontourguide.com/faq
• Chat online: actiontourguide.com
• Call: 1-714-333-0534
• Email: support@actiontourguide.com
Winter Closures 2025
Petrified: Open year-round but can have reduced hours in the winter.
NOTE:
Please note that an entrance pass is required to visit Petrified Forest National Park, and it is not included with this tour.
For road closures & park entrance fees, visit nps.gov.
(https://www.nps.gov/pefo/index.htm)
About Arizona
Arizona is renowned for its stunning desert landscapes, vibrant Native American culture, and iconic natural wonders like the Grand Canyon. From the red rocks of Sedona to the cacti-filled Sonoran Desert, Arizona offers a unique blend of outdoor adventure and rich cultural heritage.
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1-3 days
Free entry for some areas, $35 per vehicle for park entry
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1-2 days
Free to explore, $10-$20 for park entry fees
Monument Valley
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$50-$80 per person for guided tours
Phoenix
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Urban/Cultural
1-3 days
Varies by attraction
Must-Try Local Dishes
Sonoran Hot Dog
A bacon-wrapped hot dog topped with beans, onions, tomatoes, jalapeños, and a spicy sauce, originating from the Sonoran Desert region.
Snack
Contains meat and gluten
Chimichanga
A deep-fried burrito filled with various ingredients like beef, beans, and cheese, often served with salsa and sour cream.
Main Course
Contains gluten and dairy (vegetarian options available)
Prickly Pear Margarita
A margarita made with prickly pear cactus fruit, giving it a unique sweet and tangy flavor.
Drink
Contains alcohol
Popular Activities
Hiking in the Grand Canyon
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Jeep tours in Sedona
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Visiting hot springs
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Best Time to Visit
March to May and September to November
These periods offer pleasant weather with mild temperatures, making it ideal for outdoor activities and sightseeing. The landscape is lush and green in the spring, and the fall offers beautiful foliage.
15-30°C
60-85°F
Practical Information
Language
- Official: English
- Widely spoken: Spanish
- English: Widely spoken
Currency
US Dollar (USD)
Time Zone
Mountain Time Zone (MTZ, UTC-7), with Daylight Saving Time observed (UTC-6 from March to November).
Electricity
120VV, 60HzHz
Safety Information
Overall Safety Rating: Generally safe, but exercise caution in certain areas and situations.
Arizona is generally safe for travelers, but it's important to be aware of your surroundings, especially in urban areas and when exploring remote regions. Extreme weather conditions and natural hazards also pose risks.
Important Precautions:
- • Be cautious of extreme heat and sun exposure
- • Stay hydrated and carry plenty of water
- • Avoid hiking alone in remote areas
Getting there
By air
- Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport • 5 km from downtown Phoenix
- Tucson International Airport • 12 km from downtown Tucson
By train
Phoenix Union Station, Tucson Amtrak Station
By bus
Phoenix Bus Station, Tucson Bus Station, Flagstaff Bus Station
Getting around
Public transport
Valley Metro offers a comprehensive bus network that covers most of the Phoenix metropolitan area.
Taxis
Available • Apps: Uber, Lyft
Rentals
Car, Bike, Scooter
Neighborhoods
Old Town Scottsdale
Downtown Phoenix
Tempe
Tucson Downtown
Day trips
Sedona
180 km from Phoenix • Full day
Sedona offers stunning red rock formations, outdoor activities, and a vibrant arts scene.
Jerome
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Festivals
Phoenix Comicon • May
Tucson Gem, Mineral & Fossil Showcase • February
Sedona International Film Festival • February
Pro tips
- Visit national parks early in the morning or late in the afternoon to avoid crowds and extreme heat
- Carry plenty of water and wear sun protection, especially when hiking or exploring outdoor attractions
- Book popular tours and accommodations well in advance, especially during peak seasons
- Explore lesser-known attractions and hidden gems for a more authentic and less crowded experience
- Be respectful of local cultures and traditions, especially when visiting Native American communities
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