Mesa Verde National Park
Overview
Mesa Verde National Park is managed by National Park Service and is located near Mancos, Colorado. For over 700 years, the Ancestral Pueblo people built thriving communities on the mesas and in the cliffs of Mesa Verde. Today, the park protects the rich cultural heritage of 27 Pueblos and Tribes and offers visitors a spectacular window into the past. This World Heritage Site and International Dark Sky Park is home to over a thousand species, including several that live nowhere else on earth.
Things to Do at Mesa Verde National Park
Tours & Tickets
Experience guided tours, tickets, and special programs. Advance reservations recommended.
Recreation Activities
Popular activities at Mesa Verde National Park include:
Nearby Activities
- Camping
- Hiking
- Wildlife Viewing
Plan Your Visit
Reservation Tips
Mesa Verde National Park is a popular destination. Check individual facility pages for specific booking windows and availability.
Getting There
Mesa Verde National Park is in Southwest Colorado. The park entrance and the Visitor and Research Center are located ten miles east of Cortez, nine miles west of Mancos, and about 35 miles west of Durango, Colorado along Hwy 160. Mesa top ancestral sites, Cliff dwellings, tours, and the Mesa Verde Museum are 20 to 21 miles (approximately 45 minutes) south along the park road which which is steep, narrow, and winding.
GPS Coordinates: 37.23908300000000, -108.46240299999999
Contact & Resources
Phone: (970) 529-4465
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