Four Corners Monument

The Four Corners Monument marks the only place in the United States where four states – New Mexico, Arizona, Utah, and Colorado – meet at a single point. You can stand over the central marker and technically be in all four states at once.

The monument sits within the Navajo Nation and is operated by Navajo Nation Parks & Recreation. Surrounding the marker are vendor stalls where Navajo artisans sell jewelry, crafts, and traditional foods.

What to Expect

Four Corners is primarily a roadside attraction rather than a large park. Most people come for the classic photo at the four-state marker, browse the vendor stalls, and continue on their trip. The site is extremely remote, so it is best visited as part of a larger road trip. Be aware that there will likely be a line to take that iconic four-state photo.

Is the Monument Actually in the Right Place?

Despite a common claim that the monument is misplaced, it does legally mark the intersection of the four states. Early surveyors did not place the boundaries exactly where modern coordinates might have put them, but those surveyed lines were subsequently accepted as the official state boundaries.

Know Before You Go

Admission is required, and operating hours vary throughout the year. The monument may also close for major and Navajo Nation holidays, so check current hours with Navajo Nation Parks & Recreation before making the drive. Services in the immediate area are limited, although a trading post with gas and groceries is located about 6.5 miles away.