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Colorado's Chimney Rock Archaeological Area and National Historic Site was the home to ancestors of the Pueblo Indians over 1,000 years ago. The twin spires of Chimney Rock are believed to have had great spiritual significance to the Pueblo Indians. Colorado’s Chimney Rock can be found between the towns of Durango and Pagosa Springs, Colorado in the southwest corner of the state. The large stone mound has two spires, which have been named Chimney Rock and Companion Rock. Designated an archaeological area and national historic site in 1970, Chimney rock is a San Juan National Forest Archaeological Area and covers 4,100 acres of land surrounded by the Southern Ute Indian Reservation.
Today, the Chimney Rock Interpretive Association works with the U.S. Forrest Service to preserve the area and open it to the public for interpretation and education. The Association offers daily walking tours from May to September.
Planning on visiting Chimney Rock? Take a look at our Visitor's information page for details about tours dates and times. If you're staying in the area, our lodging near Chimney Rock Colorado page will help you find a nearby hotel or motel.
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