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Hovenweep National Monument
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- Designation
- National Monument
- States
- CO, UT
- Park address
- Cortez, CO
- Entrance fee
- Private vehicle: $20.00; Motorcycle: $15.00; Per person: $10.00; Park annual pass: $55.00NPS data as of 2026-08-25
- Camping
- 1 campground listed by NPS · 31 reservable sites
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Notes
Designation Date: 03/02/1923
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.
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Cory Ahownewa: Hopi Carver
Cory Ahownewa: Hopi Carver Park Event · Hovenweep National Monument · Oct 15, 2026 · 9:00 AM–4:00 PM C/O Cory Ahownewa October 15th-18th, Cory Ahownewa will be…