About 25 minutes from the hotel
Meteor Crater near Winslow
A nearly mile-wide impact crater in the high desert, with rim viewpoints and a visitor center.
What to expect
Meteor Crater is one of the best-preserved impact sites on Earth, formed roughly 50,000 years ago and large enough that photographs never quite convey the scale. It sits west of Winslow, a straight run down I-40.
The site is privately operated and includes rim viewing platforms, indoor exhibits, and a theater. Guided rim walks are typically offered seasonally and depend on weather.
Because it is high, open desert, wind and sun are the two things most visitors underestimate.
Practical tips
- Bring sun protection and a windbreaker even in summer; the rim is exposed.
- Check admission, hours, and tour availability on the official site before you drive out.
- Morning visits tend to be calmer and cooler.
Travel information source: Meteor Crater official site, https://meteorcrater.com/