Hovenweep National Monument (100th Anniversary)
Hovenweep National Monument, celebrating its 100th anniversary, protects six groups of spectacular Puebloan-era stone towers and villages scattered across the Colorado-Utah border. These mysterious 700-year-old structures, built by ancestral Puebloan people, create an incredible outdoor classroom where kids can touch history while exploring remote canyons and mesa tops.
Junior Ranger Program at Hovenweep National Monument (100th Anniversary)
The Hovenweep Junior Ranger program transforms young explorers into archaeological detectives as they investigate ancient towers, learn about Puebloan culture, and discover how people lived in this high desert landscape centuries ago. Kids complete hands-on activities like pottery shard identification, architectural analysis, and wildlife tracking to earn their official Junior Ranger badge.
- Exploring mysterious 700-year-old stone towers and ancient villages
- Learning archaeological skills like artifact identification and site mapping
- Spotting desert wildlife including kit foxes, ravens, and colorful lizards
Planning Your Visit
Van Life Tip: The visitor center has limited parking, so arrive early in the day, and note that the narrow road to some tower groups may be challenging for larger RVs over 25 feet.
Plan Your Stay
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