How much does it cost to enter Hovenweep National Monument?

Entrance to Hovenweep National Monument starts at $10. See the fees section above for each pass and vehicle type.

Which national parks are within a day's drive of Hovenweep National Monument?

Within about a day's drive you can reach Yucca House National Monument (2 h 14 min), Mesa Verde National Park (2 h 21 min), Natural Bridges National Monument (2 h 55 min), Aztec Ruins National Monument (3 h 14 min), Arches National Park (3 h 46 min), Navajo National Monument (4 h 10 min).

a stone structure at night with the Milky Way arcing overhead

NATIONAL MONUMENT

Hovenweep National Monument

Hovenweep preserves six prehistoric sites built between 1200 and 1300 CE which may have served as ceremonial centers.

Photo: NPS Photo / Jacob W. Frank / NPS

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OVERVIEW

About Hovenweep National Monument

Hovenweep preserves six prehistoric sites built between 1200 and 1300 CE which may have served as ceremonial centers. Explore a variety of structures, including multistory towers perched on canyon rims and balanced on boulders. The construction and attention to detail will leave you marveling at the skill and motivation of the builders.

WITHIN A DAY'S DRIVE

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

BEFORE YOU GO

Entrance fees

Entrance - Private Vehicle

$20.00

Entry fee is valid for 7 days and grants entry for driver and passengers in one private vehicle. Does not cover camping costs.

Entrance - Motorcycle

$15.00

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

Entrance - Per Person

$10.00

Admits one individual with no car. This fee type is typically used for bicyclists and pedestrians. Youth 15 and under are admitted free. Entry fee is valid for 7 days.

WHEN TO GO

Hours

All Park Hours

Mon: All Day
Tue: All Day
Wed: All Day
Thu: All Day
Fri: All Day
Sat: All Day
Sun: All Day

THINGS TO DO

Activities

AstronomyBookstore and Park StoreCampingHikingJunior Ranger ProgramPark FilmShoppingStargazing

PLAN YOUR VISIT

Getting there

Hovenweep is part of the Colorado Plateau, a "high desert" region that experiences wide temperature fluctuations, sometimes over 40 degrees in a single day. The temperate (and most popular) seasons are spring (April-May) and fall (mid-September-October), when daytime highs average 60 to 80 F and lows average 30 to 50 F. Summer temperatures often exceed 100 F, making strenuous exercise difficult. Winters are cold, with highs averaging 30 to 50 F, and lows averaging 0 to 20 F.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to enter Hovenweep National Monument?: Entrance to Hovenweep National Monument starts at $10. See the fees section above for each pass and vehicle type.
What is there to do at Hovenweep National Monument?: Popular activities include Astronomy, Bookstore and Park Store, Camping, Hiking, Junior Ranger Program, Park Film.
Which national parks are within a day's drive of Hovenweep National Monument?: Within about a day's drive you can reach Yucca House National Monument (2 h 14 min), Mesa Verde National Park (2 h 21 min), Natural Bridges National Monument (2 h 55 min), Aztec Ruins National Monument (3 h 14 min), Arches National Park (3 h 46 min), Navajo National Monument (4 h 10 min).