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The World’s 100 Best Canyons & Gorges

Canyon de Chelly

Chinle, United States

  1. WORLD’S BEST CANYONS & GORGES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 42 2026
Canyon de Chelly

Canyon de Chelly is a red sandstone canyon with towering cliffs, ancient ruins and a river running through its floor. Visitors mostly view it from rim overlooks on the north and south sides, and reach the floor by Navajo-guided jeep tour or on foot.

Highlights

  • Spider Rock overlook
  • South Rim overlooks
  • White House ruins

Good to know

  • Rim drive is free by car
  • Navajo guide required for canyon floor
  • White House trail closed at times

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