Once home to over 2,500 people, Hovenweep includes six prehistoric villages built between A.D. 1200 and 1300. 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.
Milky Way at Square Tower Group
Hovenweep National Monument was designated an International Dark Sky Park in 2014.
Claretcup Cactus
Claretcup Cactus is a common plant at Hovenweep National Monument
Stronghold House
Stronghole House is one of several structures at the Square Tower Group
Cajon Unit
The Cajon Unit is one of several outlying units at Hovenweep National Monument.
Collared Lizard
Collard lizards are one of many species that call Hovenweep home.
Holly Group
The Holly Group is one of Hovenweep's outlying sites, but worth the drive or hike.
