Four Corners Monument, Utah
Four Corners Monument is a proverbial tourist trap. You pay a lot to see little. Having said that, there are few other stops for miles and miles around. And while placing a hand and foot in four states – Colorado, Utah, New Mexico and Arizona - at the same time might sound dreary to an adult it is likely to sound cool to the kids, especially those in a need of a break from the car. Four Corners is the only point in the U.S. where four states come together, much less form right angles, after all.


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Getting there
Four Corners Monument is situated just west of US Highway 160 and is located 40 miles (64 km) from Cortez, Colorado and 60 miles (97 km) from Farmington, New Mexico.
When to travel
There is no right or wrong time of year to visit Four Corners Monument. Summer days are hot; expect snow in winter.
Opening hours
The monument is open 8:00 - 17:00 from October through May and 7:00 - 20:00 from June through September.
Fees
An entrance fee is charged to all visitors independent of age.
Things to keep in mind
The wood-framed concessions that line both sides of the entrance provide a place to amble after photographing the kids in balancing acts on the cement slab.
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