Buffalo Pass
Location:
Navajo Route 13
Chapter Affiliation:
Lukachukai Chapter - (928) 787-2500
Description:
At an elevation of 8,482 feet above the community of Lukachukai, AZ the overlook offers incredible views of the surrounding area and mountain side. Campgrounds are alongside the road. Overlook has view of Shiprock Pinnacle and smaller monuments in Red Valley, NM. 9 miles east of Lukachukai, AZ, 42 miles southwest of Shiprock, NM
Permitting:
Navajo Nation Film Office
Contact Information:
Tsaile Health Center - (928) 724-3600
Chinle Police Department - (928) 674-2111/2112
Notes:
- Windy road up to Buffalo Pass, watch for livestock and animals
- Limited picnic tables
- Small campfire pit
- Small parking area
- 9 miles to nearest gas station, 42 miles to nearest restaurant
- 28 miles to Shiprock Dike
Tags:
roadway, road, mountain, forest, trees, scenic overlook, arizona
Disclaimer:
The location listed is on the Navajo Nation. Failure to have a permit is considered trespassing on a Federal Indian Reservation. Do not desecrate any areas in the Navajo Nation. Most roads are not maintained and are usually unmarked.