Hovenweep National Monument
Hovenweep National Monument
(40 miles/64 kilometers west of Cortez Highway 160 south to County Road G West)

Trail of the Ancients, Day 5 Hovenweep, is famous for its square, oval, circular, and D-shaped towers. Square Tower site is easily accessible, with a nice hiking trail and visitor center. Other more remote sites are possible for the more adventuresome. To get a taste of more archaeology, take the back road home and visit Lowery Pueblo, the site of a Great Kiva. Obtain directions at the Hovenweep Visitor Center.