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Colorado National MonumentA view into Colorado National Monument from the Corkscrew area
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Colorado National Monument
Plan Your Visit
 

Colorado National Monument is located in Mesa County,Colorado between the gateway communities of Fruita and Grand Junction. The monument preserves 32 square miles of canyons and mesas. This is a special place; contemplate glorious views, discover solitude deep in a canyon, and delight in desert bighorn and golden eagles.  

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hearing accessibility
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For visitor center videos, an induction loop is provided for hearing aids users.
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Maps
Maps of the monument and surrounding area
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dogs must be on a leash
What About My Pet?
Can you enjoy the monument with your pet? Sure!
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Independence Monument  

Did You Know?
Colorado National Monument's Independence Monument is 450 feet tall from its base to its top. The top of Independence Monument is 5,739 feet in elevation.

Last Updated: September 08, 2009 at 16:06 EST