Good trail for kids and dogs. The part of the trail that goes into the canyon and back out may be challenging to some with mobility issues, but if you can make it through the canyon the rest is flat. My 3, 4, and 6 year olds had little trouble. They don't let you go into the ruins, because they... More

First visit. I was hesitant to go, because I thought it would be like Mesa Verde, but it is so different. Amazing ruins, awesome location on the Utah/Colorado state line, loved the remote sites too.

Hovenweep is a little off the beaten path, but definitely worth the trip. We came here in February and obviously no visitors at this time. The visitor center was very nice and surprisingly staffed for this time of year. The total loop was roughly 2 miles long and was dog friendly, leashed of course. Well marked trail, multiple dwellings all... More

Although it is a little out of the way, it is definitely worth the trip. The main site is an easy 2 mile loop that gives views both afar and up close. The far sites show how this was a thriving community that interacted well.

You'll need to leave the main highway to see this, but the roads in are all paved and good -- just follow the signs. The visitors' center here is probably not as developed as many---although the video is quite good and does provide a background for what you will see. When you walk the trail, maybe 2 miles, you'll get... More

My nephews learned the hard way that they should never leave the people who have the map, as they got lost on the trail down in the canyon, and ended up having to turn back the way they came and retrace they steps. It made for a LONG walk for them, probably over 4 miles (the basic trail is 2... More

If you are in the area to visit Mesa Verde, by all means take the time to tour Hovenweep National Monument. In contrast to the cliff dwellings at Mesa Verde, these ruins are structurally more diverse from circular to square towers to more traditional block houses and can be seen on or near the tops of plateaus. The selection that... More

Hovenweep will take you out on the res (considerably), but it's worth it if you're into such stuff.. Cheers.. Ron

Get a picnic lunch, head out Hwy.491 to the Hovenweep signs, keep driving, you will get there. I have been here many times, we take all of our company here, too. This is remote compared to Mesa Verde and it is also free. There is a lovely picnic area and a huge building and kiva. This is handicapped accessible, even... More