Canyons of the Ancients National Monument

Canyons of the Ancients National Monument, located in the Four Corners region of southwestern Colorado, encompasses 176,000 acres of public lands and boasts the highest known density of archaeological sites in the United States. With over 8,300 documented sites, including villages, kivas, cliff dwellings, and petroglyphs, this area offers a rich glimpse into more than 12,000 years of human history primarily shaped by Ancestral Puebloan cultures and their descendants.

The Monument serves as a living landscape, still utilized today for traditional practices, recreation, and energy development. Visitors are encouraged to begin their exploration at the Canyon of the Ancients Visitor Center and Museum, which provides valuable exhibits and trail information while promoting respectful and sustainable engagement with this unique cultural heritage.

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