Hovenweep National Monument Travel Information
Around 1200 A.D. the Anasazi Indians established six communities in
the area that is now Hovenweep National Monument. A severe drought
that commenced in 1274 likely caused their desertion of the area
shortly thereafter. Left are remnants of the impressive masonry
buildings they constructed during their stay. (Hovenweep is a Ute word
meaning "deserted valley.") These ruins warrant a look if such things
interest you. View
Area Map. To learn more about Hovenweep National Monument,
select a topic of interest from the left-hand column.
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