National Historic Site · Colorado
Amache National Historic Site
Amache, also known as the Granada Relocation Center, near Granada, Colorado was one of ten incarceration sites established by the War Relocation Authority during World War II to unjustly incarcerate Japanese Americans. Over 10,000 people, most American citizens, were incarcerated at Amache from 1942 to 1945.
Things to do
- Guided Tours
- Self-Guided Tours - Auto
- Junior Ranger Program
Weather & when to go
The site is located in Colorado on the High Plains, an arid, windy, and sunny environment. Temperatures and conditions can be extreme in this region, with hot, arid summers that include occasional thunderstorms and tornadoes, as well as cold and snowy winters.
Operating hours
Amache National Historic Site
The site is currently open to the public with limited hours and services. The site currently consists of a cemetery, a monument, building foundations, and landscaping. Interpretive panels and a downloadable self-guided auto tour are available on amache.org to assist with navigation of the site. There is no visitor center at the site.
FAQ
- Is Amache National Historic Site free to visit?
- Amache National Historic Site does not charge a standard entrance fee. Check the official NPS page for the latest details on any activity or permit fees before you go.
- What are the hours at Amache National Historic Site?
- The site is currently open to the public with limited hours and services. The site currently consists of a cemetery, a monument, building foundations, and landscaping. Interpretive panels and a downloadable self-guided auto tour are available on amache.org to assist with navigation of the site. There is no visitor cent…
- Do I need a reservation for Amache National Historic Site?
- No timed-entry reservation is currently required to enter Amache National Historic Site. Campgrounds and permits may still need to be booked separately on Recreation.gov.