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Hovenweep National Monument
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Geology [234k PDF file]
An introduction to the geology of Hovenweep. Fits on letter-size paper.

Outlier Map [116k PDF file]
This simple map shows the location of various outliers in relation to the visitor center.

Plants [268k PDF file]
An overview of the landscape and plant communities of Hovenweep. Fits on letter-size paper.

Wildlife [116k PDF file]
An introduction to the animals you're likely to see at Hovenweep. Fits on letter-size paper.
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Did You Know?  

Did You Know?
The rocks at Hovenweep were deposited over 100 million years ago during the Cretaceous Period. The landscape at that time featured streams, lakes and flood plains. The Dakota Sandstone forms the mesa tops and cliffs in the area, while the Burro Canyon Shale forms talus slopes.

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Last Updated: December 31, 2008 at 11:16 EST