Day 29 - April 14, 2008

Today we drove over to Hovenweep National Monument. The drive was a little disturbing as there was quite a bit of litter (beer bottles) on the road side. Also, we were hoping to see the Hatch Trading Post along the route. However, once we asked the ranger at Hovenweep, we learned the beer bottles were due to partying along the road and Hatch Trading Post had no sign but just a Coors neon sign in the window.

Hovenweep in the Ute language means "deserted valley". The sturdy structures of Hovenweep were created by the Anasazia. But their purpose remains a mystery. Some believe they were used for defense; others think they might have been granaries or platforms for observing the heavens.

We then went on to Four Corners. This is a one time tourist attraction event! Also, I guess the people did not know how to play Four Corners Twister as there was quite a bit of laughter at my picture pose and Frank was mortified. He couldn't snap the picture fast enough!!

Stronghold House

Rim Rock House

Square Tower

Round Tower

Hovenweep House

Hovenweep Castle

Look closely - rabbit on the trail

Lizard on the trail

As you can see the open range is just as it says - no fences and cows just meander freely.

Baa Baa Black Sheep right on the road. There are no fences.

Susan playing Four Corner Twister

Frank at Four Corners