Tour the Anasazi State Park Museum
CultureEasySpringSummerYear-roundWinter
Walk through the partially excavated remains of an ancient village that served as one of the largest communities west of the Colorado River.
Itinerary tips
- 1Plan for approximately 60 to 90 minutes to explore the museum galleries and the outdoor pueblo replica.
- 2Wear closed-toe shoes to comfortably navigate the gravel paths around the partially excavated pit houses and room blocks.
- 3Carry a water bottle as the outdoor portion of the site offers very little shade under the high desert sun.
- 4Budget for the small per-person entry fee, which supports the preservation of the on-site artifacts.
- 5Pair this visit with a meal at the famous Hell’s Backbone Grill located right next door in the town of Boulder.
- 6Check the museum schedule for seasonal ranger-led talks that provide deeper context on the Kayenta Ancestral Puebloan culture.
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