leeneia, we've just got back from there. Apart from visiting Mudcat friends it was one of the highlights of our trip. Nearly drove over the edge in amazment. We went in April too and the we beat the tourist crowd nicely. We've been to Monument Valley and many other places around it but the Painted desert was our very favourite place.
If possible a visit to El Morro which is near the Painted desert is a wonderful experience too. Have a lovely time. Cheers, Joy