Sand Creek Massacre National Historic Site
Colorado
Free entry
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.
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No entrance fee.
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The park is located 23 miles outside of the town of Eads, Colorado and is open five days a week. Please view the directions tab for more information.
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Be a Sand Creek B.A.R.K. Ranger
Hike the Monument Hill Trail
The Bluff Trail
Sand Creek Ranger Talk
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