BLM to upgrade Sand Canyon south parking lot in Canyons of the Ancients National Monument
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DOLORES, Colo. –The Bureau of Land Management will begin construction to expand and level the Canyons of the Ancients National Monument Sand Canyon south trailhead parking area starting in the beginning of December. The parking area will be closed to the public during construction, with an anticipated re-opening in February 2020.
“The Sand Canyon and Rock Creek Trails are the most popular recreation sites in the Monument with more than 20,000 visitors annually,” said Canyons of the Ancients National Monument Acting Manager Heather Sauls. “These improvements will enhance access and improve visitor experience to these popular trails. We appreciate the public’s patience while we upgrade the parking area.”
During construction, visitors can access the Sand Canyon and Rock Creek Trails through Sand Canyon's north trailhead parking lot on Road N, and the new county parking lot and spur trail on Road G, a quarter mile east of the existing parking lot.
Visitors can explore the Monument’s Visitor Center and Museum to learn about additional recreation opportunities. For more information on Canyons of the Ancients National Monument call 970-882-5600 or visit: https://go.usa.gov/xpbkv.
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