Spider Rock — Attraction in Chinle Agency

Came here, allured to re-live the experience and scenery from the classic movie McKenna's Gold. I was not disappointed!! There is no gold, but the Golden Ray's of rising sun, the shifting of the long shadoes of towering rocks and formations were enchanting. One can hear the sound of the river 800 feet down below. The view of the canyon from this location is extensive on all the three (two upstream and the downstream branches).

The cliff is 700 feet steep drop, so caution needs to be adopted for going...

This the must see overlook for Canyon de Chelley! Drive all the way in on the southern access road on pavement to this overlook, it is the one to see. Gorgeous vistas! We all need to agree this is not the other canyon in AZ. Take it for what it is, it's own thing. Keep on mind the overlooks are free and the natives still use the land. Wonderful little...

According to Navajo legend, Spider Woman lives at Spider Rock in Canyon De Chelly. She was first to weave the web of the universe. She taught the Navajo how to weave, how to create beauty in their own life and to spread the "Beauty Way" teaching of balance within the mind, body & soul. Very interesting and beautiful to see...