Plan Your Visit

Take a hike to Hovenweep Castle (above), part of the Square Tower Group.

NPS Photo/ Sheena Harper

Welcome to Hovenweep

Hovenweep National Monument is a land of ancestral Puebloan architecture and sweeping desert horizons. Come experience centuries-old masonry and beautiful landscapes in a space that may have been designed to repair the relationship between people and the natural world.

 

Plan By Season

Visiting in Spring

Moderate temperatures and wildflower blooms make spring and fall Hovenweep's busiest times of year.

Visiting in Summer

Summers at Hovenweep are hot and dry, with temperatures often reaching the high 90s and over 100ºF.

Visiting in Winter

Hovenweep is open year-round, but services are reduced in winter. Conditions can change rapidly; be prepared for all kinds of weather.

 

Get Oriented

Basic Information

The basics: fees, operating hours, current conditions, and more.

Be careful using GPS.

Driving Directions

Hovenweep units are isolated, and GPS units may lead you astray. Check here for directions, and use a map during your visit.

Places to Go

From the visitor center to Hovenweep's outlying units, learn how best to explore the park.

Trails close at sunset

Regulations

Understand what you can and can't do at Hovenweep.Help us preserve and protect this special place!

NPS Trip Planning Guide

Know before you go! Use this National Park Service guide to be prepared and avoid common mistakes. Make your fun adventure a safe one too!

Nearby Attractions

Explore other nearby national parks and public lands, as well as local partners.

 

What to Do

Hiking

Take a trail to see Hovenweep's incredible stone structures and sweeping views.

Camping

Spend the night under the stars in Hovenweep's campground. Camping is by reservation only.

Observe the Night Sky

Hovenweep National Monument is an International Dark Sky Park. It is the first dark sky park to span two states.

 

Safety First

General Park Safety

Your one-stop shop on what to bring, what to watch out for, and how to have a safe and fun adventure.

Pets

Your furry friends are allowed on park trails on leash. Learn how to visit safely with pets.

Weather

Hovenweep has varying temperature extremes. Know what to expect what how to prepare.

 

Accessibility
Learn about facilities and services for people with disabilities.

Bookstore
Get books, maps, and other materials to help you plan your visit.

Calendar
Look for events and activities at Hovenweep.

Park Regulations
How to protect your park.

Trip Itineraries
Browse suggestions on how to spend your visit.

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