Mesa Verde Area - Southwest Colorado

Includes Cortez & Mancos

Mesa Verde Area, Colorado, The CVD
 

The ruins of the Anasazi, a Navajo word meaning "Ancient Ones," are what bring people to this quiet, sun-drenched area. At Mesa Verde National Park visitors walk among the incredible cliff dwellings of these prehistoric Pueblo people. The Anasazi culture flourished here from approximately A.D. 1 to 1300, leaving behind a priceless legacy of their achievements in the famous cliff houses and mesa top villages. The reasons the Ancient Ones abandoned the area remains an enigma, despite decades of research. At one point, more than 40,000 Anasazi lived here.

Cliff Palace, Mesa Verde National Park, Colorado, The CVD
Mancos Valley, Horseride, Colorado
Photo Courtesy of Lynne Lewis
 

A short distance south of the town of Mancos en route to Weber Canyon (the eastern boundry of Mesa Verde National Park) is a new old-fashioned horse drawn stage line for your enjoyment run by the Bartels Family. Ten miles west of the park is Cortez, once called by the Navajo "Tsaya-toh" (rock-water) for its spring. Lowry Indian Ruins, 26 miles north of Cortez, contain the largest and best preserved painted Anasazi kivas in world. Hovenweep National Monument, 40 miles west, has its unique Anasazi ruins. Other nearby monuments include Canyon of the Ancients National Monument and the Four Corners Area Monument which is located on Ute Mountain Ute and Navajo Indian reservations, the only place in the United States where four states meet.

Hot Air Balloon Ride, Mancos Valley, Colorado
Photo Courtesy of Patricia Burk

Commercial air travel accommodations are handled by Cortez Municipal Airport. Please contact your preferred travel agent or airline for flight arrangements.

Mesa Verde Area is near: Dolores, Dove Creek, Durango & Pagosa Springs

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A & A Mesa Verde RV Park-Campground & Mini-Golf mutual link button on advertiser page
Across the Highway from Mesa Verde National Park's entrance; THE Closest full service Campground & RV Park! Easy access for BIG rigs. 50 amp full hookup pull-thrus. Shaded tent sites. 9 miles E of Cortez.
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Aramark-Mesa Verde National Park mutual link button on advertiser page
Experience Mesa Verde's unspoiled beauty at Far View Lodge or Morefield Campground. Rooms have a private balcony and refrigerator. Meal options are casual patio dining to an elegant culinary experience.
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Cortez Luxury Log Cabins - XTROV
3 vacation rentals in Cortez, long term available. Choose between a 2-story Log Cabin on 4 private acres, an adobe cottage & a ranch style bungalow. A wonderful location for an Elopement and Wedding.
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Echo Basin Guest Ranch Resort & RV Park mutual link button on advertiser page
Between Durango & Mesa Verde National Park. Where Mesas meet Mountains, Non-structured guest ranch where YOU pick the activities your family will enjoy. The 4-Corners is perfect for your next vacation.
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Enchanted Mesa Motel email link button on advertiser page mutual link button on advertiser page
Family owned and operated. Central location for Durango and Mesa Verde attractions. Our gazebo is a popular hang out. Family friendly and all pets welcome. Reunion and group rates available.
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Jolly Rancher, The mutual link button on advertiser page
This Southwest Farmstay with a guest cabin just north of Cortez, Colorado. Outdoor hot tub! Near Mesa Verde National Park, San Juan Skyway and Trail of the Ancients Scenic Loop Byways.
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Mancos State Park book online from advertiser page
12 miles from Mesa Verde National Park, in the San Juan Mountains with 32 campsites, 2 yurts-propane heat on 2 sides of the reservoir. Jackson Gulch Reservoir (217 acre lake): fishing & wakeless boating.
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Mesa Verde Motel mutual link button on advertiser page
In the heart of Mesa Verde Country -- The hub of your vacation wheel: near Mesa Verde National Park, Durango, Telluride and all the wonders of the Four Corners. Outdoor hot tub. AAA rated. Clean & quiet.
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Mesa Verde RV Resort mutual link button on advertiser page
BIG RIG LUXURY SITES. Only 1/2 mile east of Mesa Verde Park Entrance. FREE high speed WI-FI throughout the Resort. Highest rated park in the area by Trailer Life & Woodalls. Outdoor pool & deck.
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Mild to Wild Rafting & Jeep Trail Tours mutual link button on advertiser page
Discover family fun in the 4 Corners Region! Rafting & Jeeping tours in Durango, CO & Moab, UT. Also on the Salt River & Verde River in Arizona. Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Train combo specials.
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For More Information Contact:

Colorado Welcome Center & Cortez Chamber

Mancos Valley Chamber of Commerce

Mesa Verde Area Maps

National Parks & Monuments
Canyons of the Ancients National Monument
Chimney Rock Archaeological Site
Hovenweep National Monument
Mesa Verde National Park

Scenic Byway Maps
Trail of the Ancients Scenic Byway

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Dolores Snowmobile Trails

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