Kayenta, Census-designated place in Navajo County, United States
Located at an elevation of 1738 meters, Kayenta spans across 13.24 square miles within the boundaries of the Navajo Nation in Arizona.
The establishment of Kayenta as a township occurred on November 13, 1986, making it the first municipality operating under Navajo Nation laws.
The Kayenta Fourth of July Rodeo spans multiple days with competitions recognized by the All Indian Rodeo Cowboys Association in the Southwest.
The town contains three major hotels along US Highway 160, multiple restaurants, grocery stores, and essential services for residents and travelers.
Kayenta Township functions with a five-member elected board and maintains its own governance structure separate from traditional municipal systems.
Location: Navajo County
Elevation above the sea: 1,738 m
GPS coordinates: 36.71389,-110.26000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:49
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