Twenty acres of high desert terrain where layered rock formations paint the western horizon in bands of rust, cream, and coral—this is your front-row seat to one of Arizona's most iconic landscapes. With Arizona State Trust Land extending from both your eastern and southern boundaries, you're not just buying 20 acres; you're gaining a gateway to thousands of additional acres of exploration territory. Add in proximity to Interstate 40, and you have the rare combination of dramatic natural beauty, vast recreational access, and practical convenience that's increasingly difficult to find in the Southwest.

Property Highlights:

• 20 acres with varied topography
• Public land borders on 2 sides (eastern and southern boundaries)
• Just 0.38 miles from Interstate 40
• 10 minutes to Petrified Forest National Park
• No HOA or POA restrictions

Terrain & Natural Features

The terrain on this 20-acre parcel tells the story of Arizona's high desert—constantly shifting elevations and diverse landscape zones that create both visual interest and practical opportunities. A prominent hill rises in the northeast corner, climbing with a moderate 6.8% slope to create an elevated vantage point at 5,370 feet. This natural high ground offers sweeping views across the Painted Desert to distant mountain ranges and provides an ideal location for a primary building site, observation deck, or simply a place to watch sunrises over the layered desert formations.

This varied topography means you're not looking at 20 acres of uniform flatland. Instead, you have distinct zones: the elevated northeastern hill with commanding views and the broader southwestern expanses that offers level ground for various uses. Whether you're planning to build, camp, or explore, each section of the property serves different purposes and provides different experiences of the high desert landscape.

Location & Access

Located in the Sun Valley area of Navajo County, this property sits just 0.38 miles north of Interstate 40, providing quick access to major travel corridors while maintaining the solitude of rural Arizona. From exit 300, the property is reached via dirt roads and then over legal public access easements along all of the property boundaries in the area. See our LandID Interactive map to view the access (highlighted with yellow dashed lines). No 4x4 vehicle is needed, however a high-clearance vehicle is required. Holbrook is just 14 minutes way and provides all essentials; restaurants, gas, groceries, stores, schools and medical services.

Proximity to Natural Attractions

The Petrified Forest National Park lies just 10 minutes to the northwest, offering one of the world's largest concentrations of petrified wood and stunning painted desert badlands. This UNESCO World Heritage site provides hiking trails, fossil viewing, and unique geological formations. For forest recreation, the Sitgreaves National Forest is approximately one hour south, offering over 800,000 acres of ponderosa pine forests, hiking trails, and mountain streams—a dramatic contrast to the high desert landscape of your property.

Lyman Lake State Park, located about 1 hour and 27 minutes south, provides year-round fishing for walleye, channel catfish, and largemouth bass, plus boating and camping facilities on its 1,500-acre reservoir.

Zoning & Building Flexibility

The property carries Agricultural General zoning, Navajo County's default zoning for unincorporated areas that provides maximum flexibility for various uses. You can build a single-family dwelling (conventional site-built, manufactured home, or factory-built structure), use the land for agricultural purposes, or combine residential and agricultural uses as you see fit.

RV & Camping Policies:

• RV camping allowed for up to 30 consecutive days once per calendar year without permit
• Temporary RV Permit available for up to one year (renewable for one additional year)
• RV living permitted during construction with valid building permit

There is no HOA or POA, giving you complete freedom to develop and use your property as you choose within county regulations.

Utilities & Infrastructure

This is an off-grid property, typical for rural Navajo County parcels. Power lines run in the area along Interstate 40, located approximately 0.36 miles south of the property if you choose to bring in electricity in the future. However, with over 280-300 days of sunshine annually, solar power systems are highly practical and commonly used throughout the region. For water, you'll need to drill a well or haul water from nearby towns. Water hauling is readily available from Holbrook or Sun Valley for those who prefer this option while planning well installation.

Climate

Northeastern Arizona at this elevation enjoys a semi-arid high desert climate with approximately 280-300 days of sunshine annually. Summer highs average 85-90°F with cool nights dropping to 55-60°F. Winter temperatures are mild with highs around 50-55°F and lows of 25-30°F. The area receives approximately 10-12 inches of annual precipitation, with winter moisture from Pacific storms and summer precipitation during the monsoon season (July-September).

The high elevation and low humidity make summer heat more comfortable than in lower desert areas, while the abundant sunshine provides excellent conditions for solar energy systems. Winter snows are generally light and melt quickly, though occasional storms can bring below-freezing temperatures to the region. Temperature variations of 30-40°F between day and night are common, while the dry air and clear skies contribute to excellent stargazing conditions.

Pricing

Cash Price: $12,400

Owner Financing Available:

• Down Payment: $1,750
• Monthly Payment: $299/month for 48 months
• Total with Financing: $16,102
• 0% interest
• No prepayment penalties

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.