Jason V.
Yelp
I would love to give this attraction a much better rating, but it has its share of negatives. Let me just say, as I'm sure everyone knows by now: this is the only place in the U.S. where four states meet at one corner! The novelty of it never wore off as even 20 minutes later I was still stoked to be there. I was there a month ago and that was the 3rd time in my life I've been there (first was back in the 80s and second was 21 years ago) so it was great to make a return. The only thing different I noticed (from what I remember) was now on each state there are buildings that house craft booths. That kind of takes the fun away, but I understand that people in the Navajo Nation do this for a living. Some actually sell great souvenirs, in addition to Native American stuff like beads, clothes, etc.
Cost is $5 (I think per car but not sure), but it was all good. None of the food truck vendors were open during my visit but there were a few crafters present. It was sorta crowded that day but not really - I was surprised to see kids out that day on a Thursday around noon (I guess more kids are being home-schooled than I think?!). There was a line to get your photos taken at the actual four corners disc. Think I had to wait at least ten minutes but the line moved fast. It's best to let people enjoy their experience at this place, so I didn't really complain. There are signs that limit 3 pictures, and seriously - who's really gonna follow that? But I made the most of that brief moment, as I did what most people do and that's put my hand/fingers in all four states.
So about the negatives: first there's the parking lot. It's a dirt parking lot with no spaces painted, and it was very uneven. Lots of potholes, like it wasn't well kept. I don't recall seeing any basic restrooms, but I saw a lot of port-o-john's all over. No handwashing stations that I remember.
Also, there's the controversy on the accuracy of the actual spot where the four states meet. Several people have said that the plaque/disc should be moved, and I agree. The disc (that shows the four corners) was placed there in 1992, and hasn't budged since. That's almost 30 years to the day I write this review. I remember learning in geography class that places move one inch each year, or something like that. Also, if you look up the place on Google Maps and use the "Satellite" feature, that may help question how accurate the spot is. Just saying....
So....yeah, I'll still give this four stars. It's very neat and I know nothing can be perfect. I get it that people will say it is not worth the drive (the drive from Shiprock, NM seemed to take forever), or at least to go all the way there. But, it depends on one's tastes - be it for roadside attractions or just plain geography nerds. I, for one, would recommend. Just don't expect too much. Plan on at least a half hour or 45 minutes here.