Most land buyers spend months - sometimes years - searching for a parcel that genuinely stands apart. This 40.3 acres in Navajo County's Adamana area earns that distinction on location alone: less than half a mile north of Petrified Forest National Park, fronting a dirt road, zoned A-General with no HOA, and priced for accessibility. When land like this comes along, the description doesn't need to oversell it.

The Land

Set at 5,270 feet on Arizona's Colorado Plateau, this 40.3-acre parcel offers the kind of open high-desert space that's increasingly hard to find at this price point. The terrain is gently sloped at roughly 4% toward the southwest, with scattered scrub brush and native grasses covering the surface. Views stretch south and east directly over the Petrified Forest and into the Painted Desert beyond - a panorama that belongs on a postcard and will belong to you.

Location & Access

The property's southern border fronts Deatley Trl, giving you direct road frontage along the full southern edge of the parcel. Deatley Trl is an unmaintained dirt road, and a 4x4 or high-clearance vehicle is likely required for access - our photographer will confirm exact road conditions on site. From the road, the property sits about 2.8 miles south of Interstate 40 Exit 303, keeping you tethered to the main corridor without being on top of it.

Nearby services:

• Sun Valley, AZ: 14.1 miles / ~23 minutes
• Holbrook, AZ (gas, groceries, services): ~14 miles / ~22 minutes
• Winslow, AZ (major shopping): 52 miles / ~55 minutes
• Flagstaff, AZ: 112 miles / ~1 hour 51 minutes

A Note About the Flood Zone

Transparency is how we do business, so here it is plainly: the entire property carries an A-100 flood zone designation. At 5,270 feet in a high-desert environment, this reflects seasonal drainage and monsoon water movement - this is not a property that sits in standing water. What it does mean is that during the summer monsoon season (July–September), water may sheet across or channel through the land as it moves through the drainage system.

Importantly, a neighboring landowner to the immediate west has constructed a home and ranch within this same flood zone - a clear indication that building here is achievable with proper preparation. Anyone planning construction will want to obtain a flood elevation certificate, understand FEMA flood zone requirements for their specific build type, and consult with an insurance provider about flood coverage. We're happy to share county resources, and we encourage buyers to contact Navajo County's Planning Department directly with questions: (928) 532-6040.

Utilities

This is a build-your-own, off-grid setup - and the bones are closer than you might expect:

• Power: APS power lines run approximately 0.38 miles west along Saddle Road - close enough to make a grid-tie connection worth exploring, and close enough that the solar/power combination is genuinely workable
• Water: No water on site; domestic well drilling is standard here. Typical well depths in this area run around 55 feet, making well installation relatively economical compared to much of rural Arizona
• Septic: A percolation test and county septic permit are required before any permanent structure
• Solar: With 276 sunny days per year, this parcel is one of the better candidates in the state for a clean off-grid solar setup

Zoning & What You Can Do Here

Navajo County's A-General designation is the county's broadest zoning category for unincorporated rural land. That means genuine flexibility:

• Site-built single-family homes are permitted
• Manufactured homes and factory-built buildings are specifically allowed with proper installation permits
• Mobile homes built after June 15, 1976 are permitted; pre-1976 models must meet HUD rehabilitation standards
• RV or camper placement is allowed for up to 30 consecutive days without a permit — great for scouting the property
• Temporary RV permits (renewable for up to two years) are available and allow longer-term placement during construction
• No POA. No HOA. No dues, no committees, and no covenants to navigate

Annual Property Taxes

$75.86 per year (2025). Rural Arizona property taxes at their finest.

Petrified Forest National Park - Your Backyard

The southern boundary of Petrified Forest National Park sits less than a half mile from this property. This is not a "near the park" situation - this land borders the edge of 221,000 acres of protected federal land featuring fossilized ancient forests, vivid Painted Desert badlands, and some of the most unusual geology on the planet. The park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Arizona's most visited destinations.

Explore it on weekends, then come back to your own 40 acres of high-desert quiet.

Additional recreation within reach:

• Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest: ~10–15 miles
• Escudilla Wilderness: ~18 miles
• Big Lake (fishing, camping): ~28 miles
• Becker Lake: ~32 miles
• Crescent Lake: ~35 miles
• Luna Lake: ~38 miles
• Nelson Reservoir: ~40 miles
• Lyman Lake State Park: ~55 miles
• Historic Route 66 / Holbrook: ~30 minutes
• Game Management Unit 1

Climate

This part of Navajo County enjoys a semi-arid high-desert climate with approximately 276 sunny days per year - well above the national average of 205. Summer highs average 90–92°F with evenings dropping to the low 60s, making this dramatically more comfortable than Arizona's lower-desert cities. Winter brings daytime highs in the upper 40s to low 50s°F and lows near 25–30°F. Annual precipitation is modest at 7–8 inches, with the most meaningful moisture coming through the summer monsoon season (July–September). The growing season runs from late April through mid-October.

The low humidity keeps summer heat manageable, and clear air means expansive views and some of the best stargazing in Arizona - a National Park-adjacent dark sky is a rare thing to have access to.

PRICING

This 40.3-acre high-desert parcel bordering Petrified Forest National Park is available for $21,400 cash.

Owner financing is also available - no credit check, no bank: $5,750 down, then $321.39/month for 72 months ($28,890 total).

See the "Pricing" section below to secure this property today with only $500.

At Ashbrook Land Company we perform extensive research into all of our properties before listing them, but it is ultimately the buyer's responsibility to perform their due diligence before purchase. The information provided on this page is, to the best of our knowledge, correct, and is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. All prospective buyers are encouraged to contact the county to confirm legality or feasibility of any future development plans. Rural, undeveloped land can be dangerous due to terrain, weather, and poor or non-existent road access and calls for caution when visiting. Ashbrook Land Company will not be held responsible for any action or outcomes by visitors to a property of ours. We make no warranties or representations about the land, its condition, or what can be built on the property. Property lines in photos and the LandID interactive map are approximate and for visual purposes only. GIS/aerial maps vary slightly from actual property boundaries.