Camping within the Navajo Nation

NHIrish wrote:
I would delete the whole thread and start over...

So would I. Then maybe some folks could answer the OP's question with out all the other bs.

Hondavalk wrote:

Dog Folks wrote:


For all of you that scolded the OP and used the word "Indian:" Many tribal members consider that term an insult also! They prefer "Native American."

Only saw one post here that used the term American Indian. Just sayin

I count at least three uses of "Indian" before I posted.

The main reason I posted was to point out the unintentional insult to Native Americans. Lots of folks don't know that calling a Native American an Indian is as insulting and denigrating.

Thank you Eubank - I know they are governed differently and don't want to be in trouble as I am sure their laws are different, and what is acceptable on their property is different. I did see there is a campground behind the Quality Inn. It appears to be the only camp ground for quite a distance. Thanks for letting me know where you have been. We always try to ask if a place is safe due to past issues. Have stayed in both TX and MS in listed parks which have had not been in good areas, only stayed one night.

Dog Folks wrote:

Hondavalk wrote:

Dog Folks wrote:


For all of you that scolded the OP and used the word "Indian:" Many tribal members consider that term an insult also! They prefer "Native American."

Only saw one post here that used the term American Indian. Just sayin

I count at least three uses of "Indian" before I posted.

The main reason I posted was to point out the unintentional insult to Native Americans. Lots of folks don't know that calling a Native American an Indian is as insulting and denigrating.

You might be interested to know that many if not most also do not like the term Native American. Here are some links that might shed a little light on the subject.

American Indian vs. Native American
David Yeagley: An American Indian perspective on political correctness

Whenever possible the more appropriate way would be to use the Tribal Name, in this case Navajo.

Political correctness aside the OP has asked what is a legitimate question although it may not have been asked in the most sensitive terms. I can't say whether the particular area in question is safe or not. I imagine Navajo land is just as safe or as dangerous as anyplace else in the United States.

Thank you to any rd also. Good info. We want to travel one day to north rim, one day to south rim, next to Navajo Monument and Hubbell Trading post. Tuba City just appears to be mid ground to explore. If you have stayed in the area any suggestions you may have would be greatly appreciated. We will have camper and plan to visit areas on motorcycle. Thanks again for any ideas!!

According to Neighborhood scout

Tuba city is safer than 62% of American cities. Chances of being a crime victem, in Tuba city. 1 in 2153, rest of AZ, 1 in 233

For many years I traveled the Navajo reservation as our company served many stores throughout the res. I and my sales reps developed many close relationships with the store principles and personnel alike. Navajos are for the most part reserved, but with a great sense of humor. I have found them warm and welcoming when in their home.
In all my dealings I have never heard them call themselves "Indian" or
"Native Americans".... They always used the term "Navajo People"

As for being safe on the reservation never in all my years of travel did I feel threatened.

As for political correctness -here is my defination: (not Politicaly correct)::::::


"Political correctness is a doctrine, fostered by a delusional, illogical minority, and promoted by mainstream media, which holds forth the proposition that it is entirely possible to pick up a piece of poop by the clean end."

Sorry if I offended anyone. It just hit a personal nerve and I should have let it go. :S

A little over 60 miles to the northeast of Tuba City is Navajo National Monument (Betatakin Ruin), which has a nice, no-hookup campground. It does have length limitations, and no reservations are possible, so it's necessary to plan.
:)
Lynn

Kiwi66 wrote:
Thank you Eubank - I know they are governed differently and don't want to be in trouble as I am sure their laws are different, and what is acceptable on their property is different. I did see there is a campground behind the Quality Inn. It appears to be the only camp ground for quite a distance. Thanks for letting me know where you have been. We always try to ask if a place is safe due to past issues. Have stayed in both TX and MS in listed parks which have had not been in good areas, only stayed one night.

Kiwi66 wrote:
Thank you to any rd also. Good info. We want to travel one day to north rim, one day to south rim, next to Navajo Monument and Hubbell Trading post. Tuba City just appears to be mid ground to explore. If you have stayed in the area any suggestions you may have would be greatly appreciated. We will have camper and plan to visit areas on motorcycle. Thanks again for any ideas!!

Not giving yourself enough time to enjoy these one of a kind locations! I would stay at Cottonwood Campground in Canyon de Chelly while in the East. Lees Ferry Campground near Page for the North Rim. There are any number of campgrounds just south of the South Rim while exploring the South Rim area.

rocmoc n AZ/Mexico