South Rim overlook in Canyon de Chelly National Monument where twin sandstone spires rise ~800 ft from the canyon floor. A short paved path from the parking area reaches fenced viewpoints over Spider Rock and the junction of Canyon de Chelly and Monument Canyon—Navajo Nation land co-managed with the NPS, free rim drives year-round.
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| Region | Apache County, AZ |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 36.1033, -109.3571 |
| Access | Paved South Rim Drive / Spider Rock Road to end-of-road parking; short paved walk to viewpoints |
| Agency | NPS Canyon de Chelly National Monument (Navajo Nation) |
| Feature | Twin sandstone spires ~800 ft; classic Southwest canyon overlook |
| Nearby | White House Overlook & Trail, Chinle Welcome Center, Hubbell Trading Post NHS |
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Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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