CRATER GAZIN'

Enjoy the view from one of several breathtaking outdoor observation points. Find out what hidden gems await at Meteor Crater & Barringer Space Museum!

SPACED OUT!

Learn about our 60 year history with NASA and how the Apollo 11 astronauts trained at Meteor Crater to prepare for the 1969 mission to the moon.

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See dozens of exhibits and learn how we can protect Earth from future impacts. Our Visitor’s Center is one of the most popular attractions in Northern Arizona.

HIKE THE RIM!

Take a guided rim tour from one of our expert guides and learn the history of the impact site, how the earth changed, and its founding by Daniel M. Barringer.

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METEOR, RIGHT?

Learn the difference between meteors, meteorites, and asteroids and see impact sites from around the world in our Discovery Center & Space Museum.

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The Holsinger Meteorite, weighing 1,406 lbs., is the largest ever found at Meteor Crater. Come see and feel the surface of this incredible piece of history!

THAT'S A
BIG ROCK

Traveling at speeds of over 26,000 mph, this 150 foot wide meteorite weighed 300,000 tons and formed the 550 foot deep, mile wide impact crater.

FIFTY THOUSAND YEARS AGO A GIANT FIREBALL STREAKED ACROSS THE NORTH AMERICAN SKY. It struck the Earth in northern Arizona, exploding with a force 150 times greater than the atomic bomb! THE METEORITE LEARN MORE

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FIFTY THOUSAND YEARS AGO A GIANT FIREBALL STREAKED ACROSS THE NORTH AMERICAN SKY.

It struck the Earth in northern Arizona, exploding with a force 150 times greater than the atomic bomb!

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Paul Chapa Sr

in the last week
The site is a scientific phenomenon. The information is presented very well. The film discussing how the crater was formed is very good, just the righ... Read More
The site is a scientific phenomenon. The information is presented very well. The film discussing how the crater was formed is very good, just the right length. Overall a good place to learn about how meteors influenced the Earth's evolution. Read Less
Ted

2 weeks ago
It's such a sweet spot!! It was way bigger than I thought it was going to be!! They have guided tours and an awesome gift shop. Don't miss this attrac... Read More
It's such a sweet spot!! It was way bigger than I thought it was going to be!! They have guided tours and an awesome gift shop. Don't miss this attraction on your next road trip! Read Less
Luke Bilow

a month ago
Awesome! We couldn't get the guided tour because of high winds so I can't comment on that. But if you want to spend a couple of hours to see a one of ... Read More
Awesome! We couldn't get the guided tour because of high winds so I can't comment on that. But if you want to spend a couple of hours to see a one of a kind phenomena, go to the crater. Yeah it's a few dollars and overpriced, but if you can save up some money, I recommend it. I don't need to ever go back but I'm glad I went. Read Less
GRAMS

2 months ago
The rim tour is 45 minutes, which is dedicated, so no leaving early. The entrance is free to the military and then is $25 per person. Has multiple le... Read More
The rim tour is 45 minutes, which is dedicated, so no leaving early. The entrance is free to the military and then is $25 per person. Has multiple levels to view the crater from and an interactive museum to experience the phenomenon. Cafe on site as well. Lots of parking. Accessible walkways for most ability groups Read Less
Dan

a month ago
I didn't even know about this place until I started planning Route66. Impressive landmark. Staying on the edge of the crater it is still hard to imagi... Read More
I didn't even know about this place until I started planning Route66. Impressive landmark. Staying on the edge of the crater it is still hard to imagine how that impact took place. Recomended for visiting. Just drink enough water and protect yourself from sun Read Less

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The Meteorite

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