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Colorado National Monument

Colorado, USA Colorado Headwaters watershed 38.999°, -108.671°
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Points of interest
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Colorado National Monument -- Colorado park
Colorado National Monument Colorado · Colorado Headwaters watershed
About this park

Colorado National Monument

The Colorado National Monument is a 20,500-acre park located in western Colorado. It is known for its stunning red rock formations, deep canyons, and unique geological features. There are several good reasons to visit the park, including hiking, rock climbing, wildlife viewing, and scenic drives. Some of the specific points of interest to see include Independence Monument, the Saddlehorn Visitor Center, and the many hiking trails throughout the park. Interesting facts about the area include that it was once home to prehistoric animals like dinosaurs and mammoths, and that it was first explored by John Otto in the early 1900s. The best time of year to visit the Colorado National Monument is in the spring or fall when temperatures are mild and the crowds are smaller. Overall, the Colorado National Monument is a must-see destination for anyone interested in the natural beauty and geological wonders of the American West.
StateColorado
WatershedColorado Headwaters
Latitude38.9988°
Longitude-108.6715°
In the park

Camping in Colorado National Monument

Campgrounds inside the park, with today's conditions score.

S Saddlehorn Campground
Saddlehorn Campground
In the park

Points of interest in Colorado National Monument

Landmarks and points of interest inside the park boundary.

A Alcove Nature Trail Wayside Exhibit
Alcove Nature Trail Wayside Exhibit
Interpretive Exhibit
A Artist Point Overlook
Artist Point Overlook
Viewpoint
A Artists Point Overlook Wayside Exhibit
Artists Point Overlook Wayside Exhibit
Interpretive Exhibit
B Balanced Rock Wayside Exhibit
Balanced Rock Wayside Exhibit
Interpretive Exhibit
C Coke Ovens Overlook
Coke Ovens Overlook
Viewpoint
C Coke Ovens Overlook Wayside Exhibit
Coke Ovens Overlook Wayside Exhibit
Interpretive Exhibit
C Cold Shivers Point Overlook
Cold Shivers Point Overlook
Viewpoint
C Cold Shivers Point Wayside Exhibit
Cold Shivers Point Wayside Exhibit
Interpretive Exhibit
D Devils Kitchen Picnic Area Wayside Exhibit
Devils Kitchen Picnic Area Wayside Exhibit
Interpretive Exhibit
E East Entrance Information Map
East Entrance Information Map
Interpretive Exhibit
F Fallen Rock Overlook
Fallen Rock Overlook
Viewpoint
F Fallen Rock Overlook Wayside Exhibit
Fallen Rock Overlook Wayside Exhibit
Interpretive Exhibit
F Fruita Canyon Overlook
Fruita Canyon Overlook
Viewpoint
F Fruita Canyon View Wayside Exhibit
Fruita Canyon View Wayside Exhibit
Interpretive Exhibit
G Grand View Overlook
Grand View Overlook
Viewpoint
G Grand View Overlook Wayside Exhibit
Grand View Overlook Wayside Exhibit
Interpretive Exhibit
H Half Tunnel Exhibit Wayside Exhibit
Half Tunnel Exhibit Wayside Exhibit
Interpretive Exhibit
H Highland View Overlook
Highland View Overlook
Viewpoint
H Highland View Wayside Exhibit
Highland View Wayside Exhibit
Interpretive Exhibit
I Independence Monument Overlook Wayside Exhibit
Independence Monument Overlook Wayside Exhibit
Interpretive Exhibit
I Independence Overlook
Independence Overlook
Viewpoint
L Liberty Cap
Liberty Cap
Attraction
L Lower Black Ridge Trailhead Wayside Exhibit
Lower Black Ridge Trailhead Wayside Exhibit
Interpretive Exhibit
L Lower Ute Canyon Overlook
Lower Ute Canyon Overlook
Viewpoint
M Monument Canyon Overlook
Monument Canyon Overlook
Viewpoint
M Monument Canyon Overlook Wayside Exhibit
Monument Canyon Overlook Wayside Exhibit
Interpretive Exhibit
M Monument Canyon View Overlook
Monument Canyon View Overlook
Viewpoint
O Otto's Trailhead Wayside Exhibit
Otto's Trailhead Wayside Exhibit
Interpretive Exhibit
R Red Canyon Wayside Exhibit
Red Canyon Wayside Exhibit
Interpretive Exhibit
S Saddlehorn Caretaker's House And Garage
Saddlehorn Caretaker's House And Garage
Historic Site
U Upper Black Ridge Trailhead Wayside Exhibit
Upper Black Ridge Trailhead Wayside Exhibit
Interpretive Exhibit
U Upper Liberty Cap Trailhead Wayside Exhibit
Upper Liberty Cap Trailhead Wayside Exhibit
Interpretive Exhibit
U Upper Monument Canyon Trailhead Wayside Exhibit
Upper Monument Canyon Trailhead Wayside Exhibit
Interpretive Exhibit
U Upper Serpents Trailhead Wayside Exhibit
Upper Serpents Trailhead Wayside Exhibit
Interpretive Exhibit
U Upper Ute Canyon Overlook
Upper Ute Canyon Overlook
Viewpoint
U Upper Ute Canyon View Wayside Exhibit
Upper Ute Canyon View Wayside Exhibit
Interpretive Exhibit
U Ute Canyon Wayside Exhibit
Ute Canyon Wayside Exhibit
Interpretive Exhibit
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Responsible recreation & Leave No Trace

Know before you go
Check the operator's site for hours, permit requirements, seasonal closures, and fire restrictions before heading out.
Stay on trail
Stick to marked paths to protect vegetation, prevent erosion, and avoid disturbing wildlife habitat.
Respect wildlife
Observe from a distance, never feed wildlife, and store food securely if camping is permitted on-site.
Pack it in, pack it out
Carry out all trash, food scraps, and gear. Many parks have limited or no trash service.
Leave what you find
Don't take rocks, plants, or artifacts. They make the park what it is for the next visitor.

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FAQ

About Colorado National Monument

What can I do at Colorado National Monument?

Most Snoflo-tracked parks support hiking, picnicking, and wildlife viewing. Check the operator's site for activity-specific rules (camping, fishing, paddling, hunting).

How fresh is the weather data?

The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from NOAA / yr.no. Streamflow comes live from USGS streamgauges.

When is the best time to visit?

Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation.

How do I get to Colorado National Monument?

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Can I get alerts when conditions change?

Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this park, set a threshold (temperature, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.

Land designation

Park & land designation reference

A quick legend for the federal and state land categories Snoflo tracks. Each designation comes with different rules around access, recreation, and resource extraction.

National Park
Large protected natural areas managed by the federal government to preserve significant landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural resources; recreation is allowed but conservation is the priority.
State Park
Public natural or recreational areas managed by a state government, typically smaller than national parks and focused on regional natural features, recreation, and education.
Local Park
Community-level parks managed by cities or counties, emphasizing recreation, playgrounds, sports, and green space close to populated areas.
Wilderness Area
The highest level of land protection in the U.S.; designated areas where nature is left essentially untouched, with no roads, structures, or motorized motorized access permitted.
National Recreation Area
Areas set aside primarily for outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, fishing, often around reservoirs, rivers, or scenic landscapes); may allow more development.
National Conservation Area (BLM)
BLM-managed areas with special ecological, cultural, or scientific value; more protection than typical BLM land but less strict than Wilderness Areas.
State Forest
State-managed forests focused on habitat, watershed, recreation, and sustainable timber harvest.
Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land
Vast federal lands managed for mixed use -- recreation, grazing, mining, conservation -- with fewer restrictions than national parks or forests.