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Valley of the Gods

Where: Valley of the Gods, Mexican Hat, UT (San Juan County)
Phone: +1 415-495-8090

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Valley of the Gods is a scenic sandstone valley with tall mesas, buttes, and distinctive rock formations similar to those found in nearby Monument Valley. The area is ideal for those wanting to explore dramatic red-rock landscapes in southeastern Utah. Since it's part of Bears Ears National Monument, check current conditions and any guidelines before heading out.

Updated October 22, 2026

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The Valley of the Gods is a scenic sandstone valley near Mexican Hat in San Juan County, southeastern Utah, United States. Part of Bears Ears National Monument, the Valley of the Gods is located north of Monument Valley across the San Juan River and has rock formations similar to those in Monument Valley with tall, reddish brown mesas, buttes, towers and mushroom rocks, remnants of an ancient landscape.

About Valley of the Gods

Valley of the Gods is an attraction in Mexican Hat, Utah, in San Juan County. Within 30 miles there are 22 other attractions, the nearest being Moki Dugway (about 4.6 miles). Its own website and phone number are given above.