Hovenweep National Monument

Hovenweep Castle, please do not touch the ruin. Stay on path.

Over 800 years ago the Puebloan people lived in this small canyon in the 4 corners area. They constructed these standing towers constructed with great masonry skills. They occupied this beautiful Y shaped canyon for over 700 years. I visited this peaceful place on Monday July 31. I was the only one in the campground. My only company was a slick 3 foot long bullsnake. I knew from reading Ed Abbey that I wouldn't be bothered by small varments and rattle snakes. She was welcome as long and she didn't want to share my sleepin bag!