- TripBuzz found 17 things to do with kids in or near Chinle, Arizona.
- From Justin's Horse Tours to Wheatfields Lake, the Chinle area offers 13 different types of family activities, including: Canyon, Ancient Ruins, Natural Landmarks and Scenic Drives.
- Navajo for 'flowing out,' Chinle, AZ is situated where the water flows out of the Canyon de Chelly. Chinle is full of history having been the site of many events, including the peace conference in 1864 between the Navajos and Kit Carson, resulting in a war between the U.S. and the Navajos.
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Taking its name after the animals painted on the walls, the Antelope House Ruin is an ancient dating back to the beginning of the 11th century, and which was inhabited by the Kayenta Anasazi Indians.
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The White House Overlook is a scenic stop from which the traveler can see the White House Ruins at the bottom of the canyon.
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Following a 1.25-mile path through natural tunnels brings the hiker to the White House Ruins. The ruins were built by Anazasi Native Americans about 1000, and are protected by a fence.
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The North Rim Drive is a scenic route which takes the traveler on the rim of the canyon, in his personal car. This and the White House Ruin Trail are the only ways in which the traveler can see the canyon without being accompanied by a Navajo guide.
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Canyon del Muerto translates to Canyon of the Dead and is an Indian burial ground dating back to 1882. Located next to the Canyon de Chelly National Monument, the area is used for hiking, camping and off-roading.
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Explore the American Southwest with Navajo-owned Antelope House Tours, which offers a variety of options for individuals and groups. The company offers customized hiking tours, vehicle excursions and overnight camping trips.
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A large rock overlook for most of the Canyon De Chelly area is offered at the Sliding Rock Ruins. It was originally an Anastazi settlement and is a popular destination for hikers.
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Mummy Cave is located on the park grounds of the Canyon De Chelly National Monument and serves as the largest ancient Puebloan village in the area. The complex is located 300 feet above the canyon floor and has over 90 individual rooms.
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The Navajo Reservation is home to the biggest Indian Reservation area in the United States. Aside from being called as the Navajo Nation, the place boasts of plenty of beautiful and scenic natural views just like the Window Rock.
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The Navajo Nation Museum exhibits fragments of the Navajo nation's history and culture. There are permanent exhibitions of jewelry and an exhibition dedicated to Navajo leaders, among others.