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sandstone spire hundreds of feet tall stands above sparsely vegetated canyon bottom and cliffs
NATIONAL MONUMENT

Colorado National Monument

Colorado National Monument preserves one of the grand landscapes of the American West.

Photo: NPS Photo / NPS

CO
state
19
things to do
$15
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6
parks within a day
OVERVIEW

About Colorado National Monument

Colorado National Monument preserves one of the grand landscapes of the American West. But this treasure is much more than a monument. Towering monoliths exist within a vast plateau and canyon panorama. You can experience sheer-walled, red rock canyons along the twists and turns of Rim Rock Drive, where you may spy bighorn sheep and soaring eagles.

WITHIN A DAY'S DRIVE

Pair it with another park

6 in range

Driving times from Colorado National Monument, one way, via road — a realistic day is 8–10 hours behind the wheel.

BEFORE YOU GO

Entrance fees

Entrance - Private Vehicle

$25.00

$25 for a private vehicle. Unlimited entry for one vehicle and all its passengers for seven consecutive days, beginning on the day of purchase. Private vehicle must be non-commercial and with a seating capacity of 15 or less.

Entrance - Motorcycle

$20.00

Valid for 7 days. Admits up to 2 private, non-commercial motorcycles with up to 4 total passengers.

Entrance - Per Person

$15.00

This pass is good for 7 days for an individual who is walking or bicycling into the monument.

Entrance - Non-commercial Groups

$15.00

Organized groups such as Scouts, Rotary, Hiking Clubs, Youth Groups, Religious Institutions, etc. that do not qualify for an Academic Fee Waiver are charged as follows: $15 per person, not to exceed the equivalent commercial rate. Passes are valid for 7 days. Youth ages 15 and under are free. Individuals or families in the group may use any valid Annual or Lifetime pass for entry. Pass and photo ID must be presented.

Entrance - Education/Academic Groups

Free

Groups entering the park for educational purposes (curriculum-based classes or activities) may be eligible for a free academic fee wavier. Email [email protected] to apply for a waiver or for more information.

Commercial Entrance - Sedan

$25.00

Cost: $25, plus $15 per person to a maximum of $40. The entry fees for commercial tours are based on the total capacity of vehicles that carry 7 or more people, regardless of the actual number of passengers. Possession of an annual or lifetime pass, or the ages of the passengers, does not affect the price charged unless the vehicle's capacity is less than 7 passengers, excluding the driver.

Commercial Entrance - Van

$40.00

The entry fees for commercial tours are based on the total capacity of vehicles that carry 7 or more people, regardless of the actual number of passengers. Possession of an annual or lifetime pass, or the ages of the passengers, does not affect the price charged unless the vehicle's capacity is less than 7 passengers, excluding the driver.

Commercial Entrance - Mini-bus

$40.00

The entry fees for commercial tours are based on the total capacity of vehicles that carry 7 or more people, regardless of the actual number of passengers. Possession of an annual or lifetime pass, or the ages of the passengers, does not affect the price charged unless the vehicle's capacity is less than 7 passengers, excluding the driver.

Commercial Entrance - Motor Coach

$100.00

The entry fees for commercial tours are based on the total capacity of vehicles that carry 7 or more people, regardless of the actual number of passengers. Possession of an annual or lifetime pass, or the ages of the passengers, does not affect the price charged unless the vehicle's capacity is less than 7 passengers, excluding the driver.

WHEN TO GO

Hours

Colorado National Monument

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THINGS TO DO

Activities

Auto and ATVBackcountry CampingBackcountry HikingBikingBookstore and Park StoreCampingCar or Front Country CampingClimbingFoodFront-Country HikingHikingJunior Ranger ProgramPark FilmPicnickingRoad BikingRock ClimbingScenic DrivingShoppingWildlife Watching
PLAN YOUR VISIT

Getting there

Spring: Daytime high temperatures 70-85 F (21-30 C), nighttime low temperature 30-50 F (-1 - +10 C). Summer: Daytime high temperatures can reach 100 F (38 C), afternoon thunderstorms common. Fall: Similar to spring temperatures, sudden changes in weather common. Snow can occur in October. Winter: Daytime highs vary from 10 - 45 F (-12 - +7 C). Snow common, patches of snow and ice stay around most of the winter.

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to enter Colorado National Monument?
Entrance to Colorado National Monument starts at $15. See the fees section above for each pass and vehicle type.
What is there to do at Colorado National Monument?
Popular activities include Auto and ATV, Backcountry Camping, Backcountry Hiking, Biking, Bookstore and Park Store, Camping.
Which national parks are within a day's drive of Colorado National Monument?
Within about a day's drive you can reach Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park (2 h 2 min), Curecanti National Recreation Area (2 h 19 min), Arches National Park (2 h 39 min), Capitol Reef National Park (3 h 43 min), Dinosaur National Monument (3 h 57 min), Aztec Ruins National Monument (4 h 15 min).