National Monument
President Warren G. Harding proclaimed Hovenweep a National Monument on March 2, 1923, which is administered by the National Park Service. On October 15, 1966 the National Monument was listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
In addition to the ruins, located in the Hovenweep National Monument are:
- Visitor Center at Square Tower Group
- 31 site campsite at Square Tower Group
- Hiking trails
- Parking, picnic and toilet facilities
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