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Ute Council Tree - Trunk Monument

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A historical monument in Delta, Colorado, commemorating the Ute Nation and their ancestral connection to the land.

The Ute Council Tree Trunk Monument in Delta, Colorado, marks a site of historical significance to the Ute people. Once a towering cottonwood, it served as a gathering place for tribal council meetings before the Ute's expulsion in 1881. Today, the remaining trunk stands as a memorial to the Ute Nation and their deep connection to the land.

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  • Tuesday 12 am-12 am
  • Wednesday 12 am-12 am
  • Thursday 12 am-12 am
  • Friday 12 am-12 am
  • Saturday 12 am-12 am
  • Sunday 12 am-12 am

Local tips

  • Visit the monument during daylight hours for the best visibility and to fully appreciate the surroundings.
  • Take a moment to read the plaque and reflect on the history and significance of the site to the Ute people.
  • Combine your visit with a trip to other nearby attractions, such as the Delta County Historical Museum or Fort Uncompahgre.
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Getting There

  • Walking

    The Ute Council Tree Trunk Monument is located at 696 1550 Rd, Delta, CO. From the Delta County Historical Society Museum at 251 Meeker St, head north on Meeker St toward 3rd St. Turn right onto 1st St, then turn left onto Palmer St. Continue onto 1550 Rd for approximately 4 miles. The monument will be on your left. There is no fee to visit the monument.

  • Public Transport

    The Delta Dash public bus route serves Delta, Colorado. To reach the Ute Council Tree Trunk Monument via public transport, walk to the nearest bus stop on Route 1. Take the Delta Shuttle bus (Route 1) towards the Delta County Fairgrounds. Ride the bus for about 10 minutes and get off at the stop near 1550 Rd. From the bus stop, walk approximately 0.5 miles west along 1550 Rd until you reach the Ute Council Tree Trunk Monument at 696 1550 Rd. A single ride cash fare is $1.50.

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The Ute Council Tree Trunk Monument stands as a poignant reminder of the Ute people's history in the Delta, Colorado area. For generations, a large cottonwood tree at this location served as a gathering place for the Ute tribes, a place where they held council and made important decisions. The tree was believed to have been a sapling around 1800 and was used countless times by Chief Ouray and the Ute Indians until about 1875. Before 1881, the Ute people were evicted from this area. The tree stood for over 200 years before it began losing branches. In 2017, due to safety concerns, the majority of the tree was cut down, leaving a 23-foot trunk. The Daughters of the American Revolution designated the cottonwood as the Ute Council Tree in 1930. A plaque next to the tree details the significance of what is still a sacred place to the Ute people. Today, the Ute Council Tree Trunk Monument serves as a historical landmark and a place for reflection. Visitors can learn about the Ute people, their traditions, and their connection to the land.

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