Colorado National Monument Sheer-walled canyons, towering
monoliths, colorful formations, desert bighorn sheep, soaring
eagles are just a few of the breathtaking landscapes and species
that make up the spectacular 32 square mile Colorado National
Monument. Situated at the edge of the Uncompahgre Uplift, the
park is part of the greater Colorado Plateau. In fact, most of
Colorado National Monument rises more than 2,000 feet above the
Grand Valley of the Colorado River. Discover Colorado National
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