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Hovenweep National Monument

National Park Service
DesignationNational monument
StateCO
Managed byNational Park Service
Best seasonApr–Oct
On the map
Map showing the location of Hovenweep National Monument

About Hovenweep National Monument

Hovenweep preserves six prehistoric sites built between 1200 and 1300 CE which may have served as ceremonial centers. Explore a variety of structures, including multistory towers perched on canyon rims and balanced on boulders. The construction and attention to detail will leave you marveling at the skill and motivation of the builders.

Things to do

Camping

When to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Best Apr–OctAverage low–high: 48–75°FAverage monthly sunny share of daylight: 69%2.3 wet days / month
Weather data & source

Each figure averages the highlighted months. 2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

Plan your visit

Hovenweep National Monument is managed by National Park Service. Check current conditions, permits, and reservations before you go.

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