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Chimney Rock National Monument opens again to visitors

Chimney Rock National Monument reopened Friday.

Chimney Rock National Monument reopened Friday after the San Juan National Forest opened back up for public use.

All guided and audio-guided interpretive tours will resume as scheduled.

The monument is located 17 miles west of Pagosa Springs and 3 miles south on Highway 151.

The site is accessible for two-hour guided walking tours at 9:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. and for one-hour guided walking tours at 10 a.m. and noon. The fees for guided tours are $14 for adults and $5 for children ages 5 to 12. Audio-Guided Kiva Trail tours are also available between 10:30 am and 3 p.m. ($10 for adults, $5 for children ages 5 to 12; under 5 is free).

For monthly program tickets, visit www.chimneyrockco.org or call (877) 444-6777. A booking fee applies to each ticket purchased online or through the call center. Purchasing tickets in advance is the only way to guarantee a spot for the monthly and annual programs. Most programs are at full capacity before the event, walk-in visitors will be accommodated if space is available.

For more information, visit www.chimneyrockco.org.