Canyons of the Ancients National Monument Tours

Canyons of the Ancients National Monument
Photo by Evan Davis
Photo by Evan Davis
From architectural feats to a handful of remains, the treasures unearthed at an archaeological site provide important clues to the past. Check out Canyons of the Ancients National Monument to learn about this region's history.

This archaeological dig site is a superb place to kick off your sightseeing in Southwest Colorado. Of course, there are loads more attractions worth adding to your must-do list close by. Hovenweep National Monument is also a favorite with tourists.

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We couldn’t find it, multiple gps and google maps took us to corn fields.

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Way out in the official middle of nowhere, straddling the Colorado/Utah border is the National Monument of Hovenweep. It is located just north of meeting place of the Four States. Driving in from Colorado on a clear day gives distant views of Monument Valley to the west, Shiprock to the south, the the La Sal mountains, Sleeping Ute Mountain and the La Plata Mountains. This area is a hub of ancient activity with Mesa Verde to the east and Canyon Du Chelly to the west. Often overlooked due to its diminutive size Hovenweep is a crossroads on the ancient trade routes of the Anasazi.

Hovenweep National Monument

5/5(25 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Hovenweep National Monument, a lovely green space in Montezuma Creek. Discover the stargazing spots while you're in the area.

Hovenweep National Monument
McPhee Reservoir near Dolores in southwest Colorado, a great place to camp

McPhee Lake

4.5/5(8 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at McPhee Lake during your travels in Dolores. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.

McPhee Lake
Dolores River Brewery

Dolores River Brewery

5/5(6 reviews)

You can take time to visit Dolores River Brewery during your travels to Dolores. Amble around this quaint area's scenic parks and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Dolores River Brewery
On our way to the Four Corner

Ute Mountain Tribal Park Visitor Center

4.5/5(3 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Ute Mountain Tribal Park Visitor Center during your trip to Towaoc. Experience the area's art scene and museums.

Ute Mountain Tribal Park Visitor Center

Sutcliffe Vineyards

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You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Sutcliffe Vineyards during your travels to Cortez. Amble around this quaint area's scenic parks and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Sutcliffe Vineyards

Lowry Pueblo

4.5/5(27 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Pleasant View when you stop by Lowry Pueblo. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Lowry Pueblo

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