Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Petrified Forest National Park

Overview

Download GuideAlong’s self-guided audio tour to discover a captivating landscape of otherworldly beauty in Petrified Forest National Park. Along the way, hear stories on the geological wonders and unique sights play automatically as you cruise this ancient world. From petrified logs sparkling with crystalline quartz to the brilliant hues of the Painted Desert’s badlands, there’s breathtaking vistas at every turn. Unearth the park’s incredible history, filled with prehistoric creatures, early human inhabitants and fascinating fossils.

Enjoy the freedom to explore offline at your own pace, spending more time at places that interest you.

Stories, tips, and directions play automatically based on your location
Travel at your own pace
Tour offline using GPS. No cell service or WiFi needed
Suggested itineraries for half, full, or multi-day use
Buy once, use forever! No expiry, includes free updates.
Like having a tour guide along for the drive
Purchase one tour per vehicle.

City: Arizona

Wed 18 Jun

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Starting at $19.99

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Wed 18 Jun

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What's Included

Support: Toll free phone, chat and email

Trip Planners: In-app, web and PDF

Location Based: Stories, tips & directions that autoplay

Easy To Use: Pre-download and tour offline

GuideAlong (GyPSy Guide) Audio Tour: 160+ Points

Buy once, use forever! No expiry, includes free updates

Flexible Routes: Suggested itineraries or create your own

Additional Info

Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How to Access: After booking you’ll receive an email and text with instructions (search “Download Audio Tour”). Click the link in the email/text to sign in with your preferred Apple or Google account and redeem your voucher code ahead of time.
Download The GuideAlong App: Download the free app over WiFi or cellular data and sign in with the same Apple or Google account.
Download The Tour: Download the tour in the GuideAlong app under 'My Tours' over WiFi or cellular data.
Start The Tour: Open the tour in the GuideAlong app to preview the start locations, tour route and trip planner, or start the tour.
Location-Based Stories: Audio commentary plays automatically as you drive using your phone’s GPS chip. Wherever you are and whichever direction you’re going, you’ll hear the best stories and tips.
Flexible Travel Date: Tours are a one-time purchase with no expiry or date/time limit. If your plans change to a different day, there’s no need to change your travel date.
Tour at Your Leisure: With GuideAlong, you control the pace. Start, stop, and resume the tour any day, anytime, adapting it to your schedule.
Driving Tours: Group Savings: One purchase covers everyone in the vehicle, making it a cost-effective way to explore.
Works Offline: No internet or cell service is required once the audio tour is downloaded to your phone, so you can relax and tour offline.
Bring A Charger: Pack a USB/C car charger for charging and easy sound connectivity, and make sure your device is fully charged.
Technical Support: The GuideAlong support team is available daily by toll-free phone, online chat, and email.

What To Expect

Tiponi Point

This scenic overlook offers sweeping views of the Painted Desert's multicolored badlands. A perfect first stop, it provides a preview of the park's stunning geological formations. The layered colors of the desert are particularly striking during sunrise and sunset, making it a popular spot for photography.

Pintado Point

This viewpoint is one of the highest in the Painted Desert, offering expansive views of the colorful landscape. The name "Pintado" means "painted" in Spanish, reflecting the vibrant hues of the desert below. It’s a great spot to take in the beauty of the park's northern section.

Lacey Point

Lacey Point offers a serene overlook of the Painted Desert's rich, colorful landscape. Named after a local rancher who helped promote the park, this viewpoint provides a less crowded alternative for those looking to enjoy the desert's beauty in a quieter setting.

Newspaper Rock

A fascinating site featuring petroglyphs carved into sandstone, Newspaper Rock offers a glimpse into the lives of the ancient peoples who once inhabited this region. The rock is adorned with hundreds of symbols and figures, making it a significant archaeological site within the park.

Petrified Forest National Park

his trailhead marks the start of a scenic hike through the Blue Forest, known for its striking blue and gray badlands. The trail offers a challenging but rewarding experience, with views of eroded hills, petrified wood, and unique geological formations along the way.

Blue Mesa

Blue Mesa is known for its bluish clay mounds and stunning views of the surrounding badlands. A 3.5-mile loop drive or a 1-mile trail provides close-up views of the colorful layers of sediment and the petrified wood scattered across the landscape, making it a must-see stop in the park.

Agate Bridge

Agate Bridge is a natural bridge formed from a massive petrified log that spans a small ravine. This unique geological feature showcases the park's famous petrified wood, and although it’s reinforced with concrete to preserve it, the bridge offers a fascinating glimpse into the park’s ancient past.

Jasper Forest

Jasper Forest is home to one of the largest concentrations of petrified wood in the park. The area was once an ancient floodplain, and today, visitors can see thousands of petrified logs scattered across the landscape, offering a remarkable view of this unique fossilized forest.

Crystal Forest Trail

The Crystal Forest is a short trail that winds through a dense concentration of petrified logs. The petrified wood here is known for its vibrant colors and sparkling quartz crystals, which give the forest its name. It’s one of the best spots to see these ancient, mineralized trees up close.

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