What's at Four Corners in Arizona Nevada Utah and New Mexico
RV Road Trip to Four Corners: Where Adventure and Geography Meet
If you're exploring the American Southwest by RV, don’t miss the Four Corners Monument—the only place in the United States where Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, and Utah all meet. It’s a must-visit stop for road trippers, offering a one-of-a-kind photo op and easy access to stunning desert scenery, Indigenous culture, and national parks.
What Is the Four Corners Monument?
The Four Corners Monument is a simple but iconic marker set in the desert, where you can literally stand in four states at once. Located on land managed by the Navajo Nation, the site features a concrete plaza with a bronze disk marking the exact point of intersection. According to several visitors we spoke with while waiting in line the facility had recently been upgraded with canopies over one of the corners which is where we all stood in line and avoided baking in the sun while doing so.
For RV travelers, it’s not just about checking off a bucket list location—it’s about soaking in the expansive views, learning about Navajo and Ute traditions, and exploring nearby historic and natural wonders.
Why RV Travelers Love Four Corners
🛣️ Easy to Include in a Southwestern RV Itinerary
Four Corners is perfectly positioned for RV road trips through Monument Valley, Mesa Verde, Canyonlands, and Chaco Canyon.🚐 Plenty of Space for RVs
While there’s no official campground at the monument itself, the site has parking for large rigs, and several RV parks and boondocking options are within a 30–60 minute drive.🏕️ Nearby RV-Friendly Towns
Base out of towns like Cortez, CO, Farmington, NM, or Bluff, UT—all of which offer RV parks, fuel, and supplies.
Nearby Attractions Perfect for RV Explorers
Mesa Verde National Park (CO) – Famous for its cliff dwellings and RV-friendly campground with hookups.
Monument Valley (UT/AZ) – A scenic drive through Navajo land with red rock spires and wide-open views.
Canyon de Chelly (AZ) – Dramatic canyons and Navajo-guided tours.
Hovenweep National Monument (CO/UT) – Secluded ruins and small RV campsites.
Chaco Culture National Historical Park (NM) – Ancient Puebloan structures (note: rough road for larger RVs—check conditions).
RV Travel Tips for Visiting Four Corners
🕐 Hours: Open daily year-round, but check the Navajo Nation Parks website for seasonal closures or updates.
💵 Entrance Fee: Entry is $8 per person except for those ages six and under.
☀️ Prepare for the Elements: Bring sun protection, snacks, and water—there’s little shade, and the desert heat can be intense. They have recently built shades so your wait to get your four corners photo is more pleasant.
📸 Photo Tip: Get your “four states at once” shot early to beat the crowds.
Campgrounds & RV Parks Near Four Corners
McPhee Campground (Dolores, CO) – National Forest campground with sites for big rigs.
Cortez/Mesa Verde KOA (Cortez, CO) – Full hookups, WiFi, and close to town.
Bluff Great House Campground (Bluff, UT) – Rustic but quiet and scenic.
Navajo Lake State Park (NM) – A bit further out but great for water recreation and camping.
Final Thoughts
A visit to the Four Corners Monument adds a unique twist to your RV travels—especially if you love quirky landmarks, scenic drives, and Native American history. Whether you're just passing through or planning an extended loop through the Four Corners states, this stop offers a fun, educational, and photo-worthy highlight on your Southwestern RV adventure.
My favorite part
I think the best part of Four Corners is watching how people pose for pictures. The unique stances of your fellow travelers while trying to have something of their person in each state is, well, entertaining.
There are more than a few references to long lines but we didn’t find that. There was a line to get a photo on the metal plate indicating that we were in all four states but not ridiculously long. The space around the actual four corners monument also features a platform for getting a photo from each of the four states and plenty of people volunteered to be photographers for one another. It was really nice.
Another thing, there are stands surrounding the monument that are filled with vendors, many of whom have Native jewelry on offer.
There are also signs in each state sharing some of that state’s history. Overall well worth the $8 and there are also multiple vendors selling Navajo tacos and Frito pies!
