Petrified Forest · October · Arizona
Petrified Forest National Park in October
October is a prime month to visit Petrified Forest National Park. Crowds are moderate. Highs average 70°F and lows 45°F, with about 0.71 inches of rain.
October gets a prime rating at Petrified Forest. The very best months are Apr–May, Oct.
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What to expect
October is prime at Petrified Forest. Calm and pleasant, the best time for the longer hikes into the wilderness area.
It works as a half-day stop on I-40. Enter at one end and exit the other on the 28-mile park road.
Good to know
- Best months overall: Apr–May, Oct.
- Closest airport: Phoenix (PHX) or Albuquerque (ABQ), about 3.5 hours.
- Before you go: Taking any petrified wood from the park is illegal. Buy it from shops outside the park, which sell wood collected on private land. Check current conditions on nps.gov.
Questions
Is October a good time to visit Petrified Forest National Park?
October is a prime month to visit Petrified Forest National Park. Crowds are moderate. Highs average 70°F and lows 45°F, with about 0.71 inches of rain.
What is the weather like in Petrified Forest National Park in October?
Highs average 70°F and lows 45°F, with about 0.71 inches of rain. October is rated prime for visiting.
How crowded is Petrified Forest National Park in October?
Crowds are moderate in October.