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Hovenweep's visitor center is located just west of the UT-CO border in Utah. The closest town is Aneth, UT, about 18 miles southwest. Hovenweep National Monument is split into 6 individual, non-contigous units scattered across 20 miles. The visitor center and campground are within the park's main unit, the Square Tower Group.
We don't recommend using GPS.Driving DirectionsHovenweep Visitor CenterThe visitor center should be your starting place for any visit to Hovenweep. Rangers are available to answer questions and provide guidance on the best way to visit the monument. Restrooms, bookstore sales, and exhibits are available. Physical Address Hovenweep National Monument Visitor CenterMontezuma Creek, UT 84534 Mailing Address McElmo RouteCortez, CO 81321 Do not use GPS to find your way. There are numerous paved and dirt roads intersecting each other in this remote corner of Utah. The Hovenweep Visitor Center is located 40-45 miles from Cortez, Colorado, and Blanding and Bluff, Utah. Use our driving directions webpage for more information.
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Exploring Near the Visitor Center:
Square Tower Group
The Square Tower Group is the largest group of structures and the most accessible group in the park. 
Camping
Spend the night under the stars in Hovenweep's campground. Camping is first-come, first-served. |
Last updated: June 8, 2022