Things To Do

Ranger Talks

Interpretive ranger talks are offered during regular park hours at 10 am and 2 pm. Talks last approximately 30 - 40 minutes. NOTE: These are stationary talks, not walking tours. For details contact park staff at (719) 438-5916.


* Enjoy a safe visit - please stay on designated trails at all times.

At the Site:

  • Learn about the massacre from an interpretive ranger.

  • Honor the deceased by paying respect at the Repatriation Area.

  • Rest among the trees in the Visitor Use Area.

  • Walk to the top of Monument Hill.

  • Look for rare birds, insects, and flora.

  • Admire the High Plains landscape as you continue along the Bluff Trail.

 
Map of Sand Creek Massacre National Historic Site detailing walking trails and visitor areas

*Park walking trails are marked by the black dotted line on the map above. For visitor safety, please stay on designated trails at all times.

 
A tipi frame atop Monument Hill
Basic Information

Learn the basic information about the Park, including hours of operation and the address for visiting the site

A portion of an elk hide painting by Eugene Ridgely, SR.
Directions and Road Conditions

The site of the Sand Creek Massacre is located near Eads, Colorado, and requires driving on dirt roads

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Accessibility options for the Sand Creek Massacre NHS
Accessibility

Accessibility options for visiting the Sand Creek Massacre National Historic Site

The History and Culture of the Sand Creek Massacre
History and Culture

The History and Culture of the Sand Creek Massacre

Last updated: April 25, 2024

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

1301 Maine Street
P.O. Box 249

Eads, CO 81036-0249

Phone:

719 438-5916

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