| Ticket/Fee Type | Rates |
|---|---|
| General Admission (ages 12+) | $0.00 |
| Reservation Fee | $1.00 per ticket, nonrefundable |
Should the site close for weather, forest closures or other reasons the ticket fee will be refunded.
Coconino National Forest Recreation
Site closes in inclement weather for visitor safety; signs indicating the closed status will normally be posted at key access points. Call (928) 203-7500 to check for closures before driving to the site.
This area uses the ticket reservation system to protect it from excessive human impacts and facilitate a positive recreation experience.
PLEASE NOTE that in addition to the ticket, an Interagency or Red Rock Pass is required for each vehicle . A Red Rock Pass may be purchased on site.
To purchase an Interagency Pass:
To purchase a Red Rock Pass:
Located northwest of Sedona, Arizona, the Palatki Heritage Site protects is one of the largest cliff dwellings of the Red Rock Country between C.E. 1150-1350. The dwelling stands much as described and photographed by Dr. Jesse Walter Fewkes, in 1895 from the Smithsonian Institution, who gave them name of Palatki, Hopi for Red House. In addition to the excellently preserved dwelling, there is “Rock Art”, Pictographs and Petroglyphs indicating that the area has been utilized by multiple cultures for thousands of years. To protect these sites, we have experienced guides who will assist you in understanding the people who lived here and their cultures. The tour includes a stop at the Cliff Dweelings and the Grotto “Rock art” site, lasting about 1 hour, with tours starting every half hour.
The roads to Palatki are rough gravel roads. Passable for passenger cars, drivers need to go slowly and carefully.
Operating Hours
September - May
June, July, August
Site closes in inclement weather for visitor safety; signs indicating the closed status will normally be posted at key access points. Call (928) 203-7500 to check for closures before driving to the site.
This area uses the ticket reservation system to protect it from excessive human impacts and facilitate a positive recreation experience.
PLEASE NOTE that in addition to the ticket, an Interagency or Red Rock Pass is required for each vehicle . A Red Rock Pass may be purchased on site.
To purchase an Interagency Pass:
To purchase a Red Rock Pass:
Located northwest of Sedona, Arizona, the Palatki Heritage Site protects is one of the largest cliff dwellings of the Red Rock Country between C.E. 1150-1350. The dwelling stands much as described and photographed by Dr. Jesse Walter Fewkes, in 1895 from the Smithsonian Institution, who gave them name of Palatki, Hopi for Red House. In addition to the excellently preserved dwelling, there is “Rock Art”, Pictographs and Petroglyphs indicating that the area has been utilized by multiple cultures for thousands of years. To protect these sites, we have experienced guides who will assist you in understanding the people who lived here and their cultures. The tour includes a stop at the Cliff Dweelings and the Grotto “Rock art” site, lasting about 1 hour, with tours starting every half hour.
The roads to Palatki are rough gravel roads. Passable for passenger cars, drivers need to go slowly and carefully.
Operating Hours
September - May
June, July, August
In addition to the ticket, a Federal Interagency Pass or Red Rock Pass is required for each vehicle. A Red Rock Pass may be purchased on site.
To purchase an Interagency Pass:
To purchase a Red Rock Pass:
The roads to Palatki are rough gravel roads. Passable for passenger cars, drivers need to go slowly and carefully. If traveling from Sedona, plan on leaving at least 1 1/4 hours prior to your reservation time. Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to your reservation time to ensure tours remain in schedule.
After rain and snow, Palatki Heritage Site may be closed; signs indicating the closed status will normally be posted at key access points. Call 928-282-3849 to check for closures before driving to the site.
Site closes in inclement weather for visitor safety; signs indicating the closed status will normally be posted at key access points.
Tours include 60 uneven fairly strenuous steps. Please be aware of your limitations and opt out appropriately.
Visitors are expected to follow the Archaeological Site Etiquette Guide while on site.
Please have a printed copy of your timed ticket or your confirmation email QR code on a cell phone device available to be viewed at the Visitor Center. Cell phone service is limited at the site.
The Palatki site is not open to commercial use.
No pets allowed beyond the parking lot.
There is an accessible vault toilet in the parking lot.
For larger and educational groups please contact the Heritage Site Manager for arrangements (928-203-7516).
Tickets are released 120 days in advanced on a rolling daily release.
Should the site close for weather, forest closures or other reasons the ticket fee will be refunded.
10290 NORTH FOREST SERVICE ROAD #795 Sedona AZ 86336
928-282-3849
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