Pipe Shrine House overview
Pipe Shrine House
Visitors to the Pipe Shrine House can expect to see an impressive collection of pipes, many of which are centuries old and were used by Native American tribes in the region. The building itself is also noteworthy for its unusual design, featuring a combination of Native American and Western architectural styles.
In addition to the pipes and other artifacts on display, visitors to the Pipe Shrine House can also learn about the history and culture of the Native American tribes who once inhabited the area. The site is also located in a scenic area of the park, providing opportunities for hiking and wildlife viewing.
Overall, the Pipe Shrine House is an important and unique point of interest in Mesa Verde National Park. Its collection of Native American artifacts and historical significance make it a must-see destination for anyone interested in the history and culture of the region.
Plan your visit down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, campgrounds, fishing spots, and other landmarks so a quick visit can grow into a full day.
Parks
- Mesa Verde National Park
- Cortez Family Recreation Center
- Cortez City
- Wilderness Mesa Verde
- Mancos State Park
- Hovenweep National Monument
Campgrounds
- Morefield - Mesa Verde National Park
- Morefield Campground
- Ancient Cedar
- Main - Mancos State Park
- West - Mancos State Park
- Mcphee Campground
Fishing spots
Responsible visitation & Leave No Trace
- Know before you go
- Check the operator's site (BLM, NPS, state agency, or private owner) for access rules, permits, and seasonal closures before driving out.
- Stay on trail
- Many points of interest sit in fragile ecosystems. Stick to marked paths to protect vegetation and prevent erosion.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe from a distance, never feed wildlife, and give nesting birds and denning mammals plenty of space.
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you. Remote sites often have no trash service.
- Leave what you find
- Don't take rocks, plants, fossils, or artifacts. Federal law protects cultural and natural resources on public land.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Pipe Shrine House as a favorite, set a weather threshold (precipitation, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Pipe Shrine House
What is Pipe Shrine House?
A point of interest in Colorado tracked by Snoflo -- typically a scenic landmark, named summit, monument, or viewpoint.
How fresh is the weather data?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from NOAA / yr.no public feeds.
When is the best time to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation.
How do I get there?
Tap Directions in the hero above for Google Maps driving directions, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the spot.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this POI, set a threshold (temperature, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other points of interest near here
Snoflo-tracked landmarks within driving distance of Pipe Shrine House.