50,000 years ago a 150 foot meteorite slammed into what is now northern Arizona.
The result? Meteor Crater!
Originally 700 feet deep (now 550), 2.4 miles in circumference, and 3/4 mile across.
It's a bit of a tourist trap. But Meteor Crater retain some Route 66 charms.
It's a good rest stop between Winslow and Flagstaff. And there's a Subway.
Meteor Crater Slideshow
Entrance Road
Arriving
Courtyard
Museum (1)
Museum (2)
Museum (3)
Museum (4)
Museum (5)
The Reveal
Meteorite vs. Crater
Start of Trail
Midway
House
End of Trail
50,000 years ago a 150 foot meteorite slammed into what is now northern Arizona.
The result? Meteor Crater!
Originally 700 feet deep (now 550), 2.4 miles in circumference, and 3/4 mile across.
It's a bit of a tourist trap. But Meteor Crater retain some Route 66 charms.
It's a good rest stop between Winslow and Flagstaff. And there's a Subway.
Meteor Crater Slideshow
Entrance Road
Arriving
Courtyard
Museum (1)
Museum (2)
Museum (3)
Museum (4)
Museum (5)
The Reveal
Meteorite vs. Crater
Start of Trail
Midway
House
End of Trail
