Cheyenne and Arapaho Lodges erected in commemoration of the 150th Year of the Sand Creek Massacre
Photo: NPS Photo/Shawn G. Gillette
About
On November 29th, 1864, Chiefs Black Kettle, White Antelope, Left Hand and others were encamped with around 750 Arapaho and Cheyenne people in a valley by the Big Sandy Creek. A hope for peace, brought forth by Black Kettle was in the balance. It was a tragic day where the blood of the Cheyenne and Arapaho was shed, and a painful memory for generations of Native Americans was made.
Location
55411 County Rd W
Chivington, CO 81036
Hours
wednesdayClosed
monday9:00AM - 4:00PM
thursday9:00AM - 4:00PM
sunday9:00AM - 4:00PM
tuesdayClosed
friday9:00AM - 4:00PM
saturday9:00AM - 4:00PM
Activities
Guided ToursHikingWildlife WatchingBirdwatchingShoppingBookstore and Park Store
Directions
The Sand Creek Massacre is located in Kiowa County, Colorado. To visit the site, follow Colorado State Highway 96 east off Highway 287 near Eads, or west off Highway 385 at Sheridan Lake. Near Chivington, turn north onto County Road 54/Chief White Antelope Way or at Brandon, turn north onto County Road 59. Follow these roads to their intersections with County Road W. The park entrance is along CR W a mile east (right) of CR 54 or several miles west (left) of CR 59.
Get directions →Weather
Weather conditions at the park vary considerably. Temperatures range from over 100°F in summer to under 20°F in winter. Visitors can expect blowing dust and sand year-round, especially during infrequent storms. Some of these storms produce violent tornadoes or large blizzards, so prepare accordingly, and contact the on-duty Ranger to ask about road conditions at (719)-438-5916