Hovenweep National Monument - Activities

The clear skies and unique architecture of Hovenweep never fail to inspire visitors. Be sure to bring a camera, easel or journal to record your trip. (NPS photo by Neal Herbert) Visitors to Hovenweep enjoy short hikes, natural quiet and some of the finest examples of ancestral Puebloan architecture in the southwest. The trail system provides access to each of the cultural site units. All units are open to the public but most are in remote locations and can be difficult to reach. The Square Tower Group is an ideal place to begin your exploration of Hovenweep. Stop by the visitor center, attend an interpretive program, and be sure to hike all or part of the two-mile self-guiding trail around Little Ruin Canyon.