- Mesa Verde Country
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- Mesa Verde Country
The Official 2015 Vacation Guide CORTEZ | DOLORES | MANCOS www.mesaverdecountry.com The world heritage site WHERE ANCIENT ARCHEOLOGY MEETS MODERN ACCOMMODATIONS. Guided Tours • Hiking • Shopping • Cultural Exhibits In-Park Lodging • Fine Dining • RV Park & Campground For more information and reservations, call 866.796.3534 or find us online at visitmesaverde.com. Concessions in Mesa Verde National Park are managed by Aramark and authorized by the National Park Service. ONE DAY JUST ISN’T ENOUGH YOU’VE ARRIVED IN A PLACE RIPE WITH Possibilities WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO EXPERIENCE , TO ENJOY AND TO SHARE. Welcome to Mesa Verde Country, where endless opportunities to explore the outdoors combine with rich culture and history. Where time-tested trails become a path for your next adventure. Take your time. You’ll realize there’s so much more to explore when the “Trading Center of the Southwest” beckons you to interactive museums, artisan galleries and trading posts. The beauty of the agricultural landscape tempts you with farm-fresh flavors, craft brews and boutique wineries. Dryland beans aren’t just a local favorite, they are a way of life, as it has been for thousands of years. Discover how unobstructed views of towering mountain country offer a chance to immerse yourself in peaceful, reflective moments. The warm canyon winds gently touch the high desert lands, and soft rustling grasses are like music to the ear. Traditions of the past become memories you’ll treasure, as local artistry passed down through generations becomes a celebration of community. Adventure beckons to every age and skill level with terrific fishing, biking, and a chance to immerse yourself in the great outdoors. Beginner and practiced alike will find a route to their liking. Leaving becomes a fond goodbye, and returning is a happy reunion. We encourage you to experience, to enjoy, and to share. Mesa Verde Country. One day just isn’t enough. w Rainbow Over Sleeping Ute Mountain Wilkinson Visual Photo 2 | ONE DAY JUST ISN’T ENOUGH LOCATED in beautiful McElmo Canyon southwest of Cortez, 4.2 miles west of Hwy160/491 at 19891 Road G. We offer wines made only from fruit grown in Colorado. The winery Tasting Room is open every day from noon to 5 p.m. With straw bale and SIP construction we built our 7,000-square-foot wine-making facility to allow us to produce awardwinning and critically acclaimed wines for your enjoyment. Pack a lunch and enjoy the afternoon on the porch in our garden courtyard with a glass or bottle of wine. INTRODUCING our new tasting room open from Mid April thru December. We are partnering with Ute Mountain Indian Trading Company, located at 27601 E. Hwy 160 on the east end of Cortez. We will offer wine tasting as well as sales by the glass and bottle. Hours are from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. HAPPY HOUR at the new location will be offered from 4:30 to 6 p.m. with $2 off wines by the glass. Stop by after work or after visiting Mesa Verde National Park. We now have a new Wine Club with member benefits and discounts on all wine purchases. 970-565-9211 guydrew@q.com GuyDrewVineyards.com CONTENTS WELCOME MESA VERDE NATIONAL PARK CULTURE UTE MOUNTAIN UTE TRIBE GREAT OUTDOORS SCENIC BYWAYS FARM TO TABLE EVENTS CORTEZ DOLORES MANCOS BUSINESS DIRECTORY GET COMFORTABLE HAVE A TASTE 02 06 12 16 17 22 23 24 25 28 30 32 33 37 F E A T URE S DAY ON E ISN’ T JU S T H UG ENO Regional Map Mesa Verde Park Map Scenic Byways Map Cortez Map Dolores Map Mancos Map 07 10 22 26 28 30 23 Get fresh The Mesa Verde Country Official Vacation Guide is a Publication of Colorado Activity Centers, Inc. 12 DIG DEEPER 24 JOIN THE FUN Request / Download Mesa Verde Country Official Vacation Guide www.mesaverdecountry.com/travel-planner 17 HIT THE TRAILS 4 | ONE DAY JUST ISN’T ENOUGH GET mobile Lose yourself in Southwest Colorado, but not your way! Download the electronic version of our guide before you leave home so it’s always at your fingertips! Publisher Michael J. Campbell Art Direction Gina M. Rosato Creative Team Lauren Forcey, Kayla Sieberg & Sarah Szram Advertising Sales Michael J. Campbell & Zachary Watkins Cover Photo by George H. H. Huey The Mesa Verde Country Official Vacation Guide is published annually by Colorado Activity Centers, Inc. All information has been compiled carefully to ensure accuracy at time of publication. However, it is subject to change and Colorado Activity Centers, Inc. does not guarantee accuracy of all information furnished and is not responsible for errors or omissions. ©2015/2016 Colorado Activity Centers, Inc. All rights reserved. Colorado Activity Centers, Inc. P.O. Box 129 • Frisco, CO 80443 For a FREE Guide, visit www.coloradoinfo.com For Information, call 970.668.5259 mesa verde national park “One of the 50 Places of a Lifetime – The World’s Greatest Destinations” - National Geographic Traveler UNESCO World Heritage Site (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) TAKE A GLIMPSE INTO AN Mesa Verde National Park offers a spectacular look into the lives of the Ancestral Pueblo people who made it their home for over 700 years. Spectacular cliff dwellings and mesatop villages were built between 550 to 1300 A.D. Today, Mesa Verde protects almost 5,000 known archaeological sites, including 600 cliff dwellings. Visitors may walk, drive, or take a bus tour through the Park. Hiking and climbing ladders in and out of cliff dwellings is one option, or walks through less rigorous self-guided routes are also available. The suggested visitation time for the Park is two days. Ranger-guided cliff dwelling tours are available beginning in April and continuing through October. Tickets for these tours are $4 and can be purchased at the Colorado Welcome Center in Cortez and the Visitor Research Center at the entrance to the Park. Tickets can only be purchased up to two days in advance, so in order to get on the tour of your choice, it is highly suggested that you purchase your tickets at least one day in advance if possible. 6 | ONE DAY JUST ISN’T ENOUGH ANCIENT CULTURE The new Mesa Verde Visitor Research Center and Chapin Mesa Archaeological Museum offer glimpses into the culture of Ancestral Pueblo people. Rangers here will help plan your visit. After your hourlong drive into the Park, visit the Chapin Mesa Archaeological Museum. Here, exhibits and dioramas trace the lives of the Ancestral Pueblo people. Also available is a 25-minute Park video shown every half-hour, and a museum store. VISIT A CLIFF DWELLING COMMUNIT Y Five cliff dwellings are open to the public. Cliff Palace, Balcony House, and Long House can only be entered on a ranger-guided tour. Spruce Tree House and Step House can be explored on your own. EXPLORE FROM YOUR CAR Mesa Top Loop Road on Chapin Mesa is a six-mile drive that offers amazing canyon views and a chance to learn about the Ancestral Pueblo people’s occupation and architecture through time. GO FOR A WALK OR A HIKE Wander Prater Ridge Trail, try to decipher the art on the Petroglyph Trail, or discover the lushness of Spruce Canyon. IDAHO WYOMING 70 50 550 145 191 491 160 89A 160 arizona 491 550 CALIFORNIA 160 OKLAHOMA 25 40 ALBUQUERQUE 17 10 N SANTA FE 40 8 70 85 89 PHOENIX 287 87 colorado CORTEZ 163 25 GRAND JUNCTION MOAB 10 DENVER 70 KANSAS NEVADA 87 15 utah FOUR CORNERS REGIONAL MAP 76 25 SALT LAKE CITY TEXAS 80 NEBRASKA new mexico 10 19 TEXAS MEXICO MesaVerdeCountry.com | 7 WETHERILL MESA Less crowded than Chapin Mesa with only biking and hiking trails, Wetherill Mesa offers a quiet setting to appreciate the archaeological sites and scenery. Wetherill Mesa will be open May 1-October 31 or as soon as weather and road conditions permit. Walk through the Badger House Community to see early mesa-top sites. The Wetherill Mesa Information Kiosk will be open on May 22 to September 7. Tours of Long House will begin on May 22-September 7. Self-guided tours of Step House, one of the only alcove sites that contains evidence of both basketmaker and pueblo occupation, is also open during this time. MOREFIELD CAMPGROUND EVENING PROGRAM Attend an evening ranger program at Morefield Campground at mile 4. SPECIAL BACKCOUNTR Y HIKES Mesa Verde National Park is again offering a series of unique Special Backcountry Hikes in 2015. Tickets for these special hikes are limited and must be purchased online at www.recreation.gov. These ranger-guided hikes and programs include a half-day hike on Wetherill Mesa, a weekly two hour hike to Oak Tree House during the summer, and a two hour hike to Square Tower House is offered in the spring and fall. In addition, tickets for Twilight Tours of Cliff Palace, which feature a historical figure from the past, and the Photography Tour at Cliff Palace will be offered on-line at: www.recreation.gov. Please check the website for more detailed descriptions of each program. 8 | ONE DAY JUST ISN’T ENOUGH WETHERILL MESA HIKE AND BIKE ADVENTURE Hikers and bicyclers, this is the trip for you! This ranger-guided, four and a half-hour trek on the quieter side of Mesa Verde includes about five miles of biking; four miles of hiking; expansive canyon views, spectacular overlooks of remote cliff dwellings; and a tour of magnificent Long House. A bicycle is required for this, so plan to bring your own bike or you may be able to rent one upon arrival at the Wetherill Mesa parking lot. Call 970-529-4465 to verify this before booking your ticket. With a ranger, you’ll bike to several mesa-top archaeological sites, walk to others, and hike about three miles round trip through the piñon-juniper woodlands for cliff edge views of Nordenskiold #12 and Double House. The tour concludes after the Long House Tour, and participants are free to continue exploring Wetherill Mesa, or bike back to the parking lot with the ranger. The adventure is offered Wednesdays and Sundays from May 27-September 6, 2015. Tickets cost $18 for adults, or $15 for children or pass holders. Group size is limited to 15 people. For reservations or more information, visit: www.recreation.gov or call 1-877-444-6777. OAK TREE HOUSE This 60-room site built on two ledges is one of the largest cliff dwellings in the Park. It is a well preserved but fragile site that features plastered walls and varied architectural styles. The two hour, one mile roundtrip hike is moderately strenuous. Expect a narrow, unpaved, uneven trail, with steps carved into the sandstone, steep drop-offs, and two ladders (4-foot and 15-foot) and a total elevation change of 200 feet. In addition to up close views of this site, you’ll have stunning views of Cliff Canyon, Cliff Palace, and Sun Temple. The Oak Tree House Hike is available from May 26-September 5, 2015, on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. Tickets cost $25 per person, all ages. Group size is limited to 10 people per hike. For reservations or more information, visit: www. recreation.gov or call 1-877-444-6777. SQUARE TOWER HOUSE This stunning and surprisingly intimate cliff dwelling includes an original kiva roof and the Crow’s Nest, both features that cannot be seen from the viewpoint on the canyon rim. The strenuous two hour, one mile round-trip hike follows an unpaved, uneven trail that descends 100-foot, and includes steep drop-offs, switchbacks, scrambling up and down boulders, and climbing three ladders, the longest of which is 20 feet. The Square Tower House Hike is offered on Saturdays and Sundays from May 3-May 24, 2015 and on Thursdays and Sundays from September 10-October 18, 2015. Tickets cost $25 per person, and group size is limited to 10 people per hike. For reservations or more information, visit: www.recreation.gov or call 1-877-444-6777. TWILIGHT TOUR S OF CLIFF PALACE Twilight Tours offer a historical perspective of Cliff Palace and Mesa Verde National Park. Costumed interpreters introduce visitors to famous characters from the past on this 90-minute tour. This is a unique opportunity to learn about North America’s largest cliff dwelling through the eyes of the people who found, stabilized, and preserved it in the late 1800’s and early 1900’s. Twilight Tours are scheduled on Sunday through Thursday evenings from May 24-September 6, 2015. Tickets cost $12 per person and group size is limited to 20 people. For reservations or more information, visit: www.recreation.gov or call 1-877-444-6777. PHOTOGRAPHY TOUR IN CLIFF PALACE Photographers, here is an opportunity to spend 90-minutes in Cliff Palace with a Park Ranger in a small group setting. Dramatic sunset lighting will appeal to both amateur and professional photographers as well as those seeking a deeper connection with this extraordinary archaeological treasure. The tours are offered on Friday and Saturday evenings from May 22-September 5, 2015. Photographers must be able to carry all gear while keeping both hands free to climb ladders. Tickets cost $20 per person and group size is limited to 10 people. For reservations or more information, visit: www.recreation.gov or call 1-877-444-6777. If you’re visiting the Park November through April, there are still plenty of options. Spruce Tree House is open year-round and a ranger is always there to help you. Take a drive across the mesa top and view Cliff Palace from afar. It’s still quite an amazing sight! The luminaria display, held the second Thursday in December is an amazing experience as real luminarias light the path to Spruce Tree House. w Save Time!! Tour tickets can be purchased at the Mesa Verde Museum Association, located inside the Colorado Welcome Center in Cortez. MesaVerdeCountry.com | 9 10 | ONE DAY JUST ISN’T ENOUGH DIG DEEPER O EXPLORE T E R O M H C SO MU T CUL URE TO HIS PRE RY VA SER TIO N ANASAZI HERITAGE CENTER The Anasazi Heritage Center is a museum of the Ancestral Pueblo (or Anasazi) culture and other native cultures in the Four Corners region. It is also the starting point for visits to Canyons of the Ancients National Monument. The museum displays the history and the methods that modern archaeologists use to reveal the past, and preserves artifacts and records from excavations in the Four Corners area, one of the richest archaeological regions in the United States. Many of the exhibits are hands-on and interactive: you can weave on a loom, grind corn meal on a metate, examine the past through microscopes, handle real artifacts, feel the finger indentations on corrugated pottery, or carefully match tree rings to date an old wooden beam. CANYONS OF THE ANCIENTS NATIONAL MONUMENT The Canyons of the Ancients National Monument comprises 176,000 acres, and contains the highest known density of archaeological sites in the United States. Archaeological and historic sites, such as cliff dwellings, great kivas, and rock art sites enrich the landscape. The canyons are accessible from various points along the Trail of the Ancients National Scenic Byway. Cortez, Dove Creek, Cahone, Pleasant View, and Yellow Jacket are all access points in Colorado. Bluff, Blanding, Montezuma Creek and Aneth are access points in Utah. The current exhibit in the Special Exhibit Gallery is entitled, Ancestral Homelands: Connection to Land, Space, and Time. This is a juried exhibition showcasing contemporary art of the Institute of American Indian Arts Community running through November 15, 2015. Most roads in the Monument are primitive, unpaved, four-wheel drive routes. Motorized travel is restricted to existing roads only. Mountain bikes are allowed only on trails designated for their use. There are no campgrounds, but primitive camping is allowed in most areas. For more information, please call 970-882-5600, or visit the website at: www.co.blm.gov/ahc. The Golden Pass and/or America the Beautiful Pass holders are free. Archaeological sites in this “outdoor museum” are not apparent to the untrained eye, and precise locations are not publicized. Visitors who are planning to explore the Monument should stop at the Anasazi Heritage Center for maps and current conditions. Do not dig in the sites! It is illegal to remove artifacts. For more information, visit www.co.blm.gov/canm, or call 970-882-5600. Available services and facilities include: Museum, Gift Shop/ Bookstore, Theater, wheelchair accessibility and availability, captioned audio visuals, public restrooms and bus parking. 12 | ONE DAY JUST ISN’T ENOUGH in this region, that has 420 rooms, 100 kivas, and 14 towers, but no exposed walls. Sand Canyon Pueblo is adjacent to the upper (north) trailhead for Sand Canyon. There is a small parking area, but no water, restroom, phone or wheelchair-access. CROW CANYON ARCHAEOLOGICAL CENTER Is a 170 acre research center and living classroom, offers hands-on archaeology programs as well as small group tours of the Southwest led by archaeologists and American Indian scholars. LOWR Y PUEBLO The only developed recreation site within the Monument. It has standing walls that have been stabilized, 40 rooms, eight kivas and a Great Kiva. The picnic area, restroom and trail are all wheelchairaccessible. There is no water or phone service. PAINTED HAND PUEBLO This is a beautiful standing tower perched on a boulder. The site has never been excavated, but stone rubble shows where rooms were built against the cliff-face and on boulders. SAND CANYON TRAIL This is a wonderful system of three trails ranging from easy to challenging skill levels, wonderful for hiking and singletrack mountain biking. It leads to one of the largest prehistoric settlements Change the way you see the world. • Day tours • School group programs • Summer camps • Archaeology digs Be an archaeologist on a day tour! Visit a current excavation site, tour a working archaeology lab, and explore the fascinating history of the ancestral Pueblo Indians. A full day adventure in learning! Tour is offered every Wednesday and Thursday, May-September. Reservations can be made by calling 800-422-8975 ext. 146, or go to crowcanyon.org/daytour. Crow Canyon also offers free one hour campus tours every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday at 10am Late May through mid October. THE UTE MOUNTAIN TRIBAL PARK Offers an in-depth experience not to be missed. Tribal members interpret tribal culture, pictographs, cliff dwellings, surface ruins and artifacts. The Ute Mountain Tribal Park is in the Mesa Verde/Mancos Canyon area just outside the boundaries of the National Park. Visit www.utemountaintribalpark.info or phone 970-565-9653 for tour information. Remember to bring plenty of drinking water, food, insect repellant, sunscreen, a hat and sturdy hiking shoes. A full day tour involves about 80 miles of driving on dirt roads. w ONGOING EVENTS Cortez Cultural Center 25 North Market Street in Cortez www.cortezculturalcenter.org NATIVE AMERICAN DANCES Monday/Wednesday/Friday/Saturday at 7pm NATIVE AMERICAN CULTURAL PROGRAM Wednesday at 8pm WESTERN HERITAGE PROGRAMS ROW CANYON CARCHAEOLOGICAL CENTER Discover the Past, Share the Adventure www.crowcanyon.org • 800.422.8975 14 | ONE DAY JUST ISN’T ENOUGH CST 2059347-50 Tuesday & Thursday at 7pm Hovenweep National Monument was home to many thousands of Ancestral Puebloan people. Canyons of the Anicents National Monument is perfect for a singletrack excursion. The Four Corners National Monument is the only spot in America where four states meet. DIG DEEPER Jeffrey M. Frank & Scott DW Smith Photos DISTANCE FROM (miles) CANYONS OF THE ANCIENTS HEADQUARTERS 27501 Hwy. 184, Dolores | 970.882.5600 www.co.blm.gov/canm BIKING • MUSEUM ANASAZI HERITAGE CENTER MUSEUM 27501 Hwy. 184, Dolores | 970.882.5600 www.co.blm.gov/ahc TOURS • NATURE • HIKING CULTURE MESA VERDE NATIONAL PARK 970.529.4465 www.nps.gov/meve CAMPING ARCHAEOLOGY HISTORY & ARCHAEOLOGICAL ATTRACTIONS • • • • • Some • • • • • • • • • CORTEZ CULTURAL CENTER 25 N. Market Street, Cortez | 970.565.1151 www.cortezculturalcenter.org • • CROW CANYON ARCHAEOLOGICAL CENTER 23390 Road K, Cortez | 800.422.8975 www.crowcanyon.org • • HOVENWEEP NATIONAL MONUMENT 970.562.4282 www.nps.gov/hove • • LOWRY PUEBLO Pleasant View, Colorado | 970.882.4811 http://goo.gl/WT4VPy • • UTE MOUNTAIN TRIBAL PARK Towaoc, Colorado | 970.565.9653 www.utemountaintribalpark.info • • ATTRACTION • • • • • • • • • • • • • • CORTEZ • • • • DURANGO & SILVERTON NARROW GAUGE RAILROAD 888.872.4607 www.durangotrain.com FOUR CORNERS MONUMENT 928.206.2540 www.navajonationparks.org MANCOS DOLORES 7 20 1-2 Days 10 20 3 1/2-1 Day 10 20 3 1-3 Days 0 15 10 1-4 Hours 4 18 10 1 Day 43 51 53 1 Day 28 42 20 1/2 Day 18 36 29 1/2-1 Day DISTANCE FROM (miles) • • • • • • Some • MONUMENT VALLEY 435.727.5870 www.navajonationparks.org • • • • • SAN JUAN SKYWAY 970.247.4874 www.swcolotravel.org • • • • • TRAIL OF THE ANCIENTS 970.565.8227 www.trailoftheancients.com • • • • • • • Some • • • • VISITATION 10 NEARBY ATTRACTIONS ARCHES NATIONAL PARK 435.719.2100 www.nps.gov/arch TIME FRAME TIME REQUIRED 114 132 110 2-4 Hours 45 27 49 5-10 Hours 38 52 49 1 Hour 118 136 129 1/2 Day Connects Cortez, Dolores & Mancos 1 Day 0 10 0 3-4 Days MesaVerdeCountry.com | 15 UTE MOUNTAIN UTE TRIBE SLEEP ING UTE LEGEND The Sleeping Ute Mountain towers over Towaoc and the Montezuma Valley. Legend has it that this is a Great Warrior God who had come to fight against evil ones causing much trouble. A great battle ensued, and the Warrior God was hurt, so he laid down and fell into a deep sleep. Look carefully at the mountain and you will see him; his head points toward the north, his arms are folded across his chest; his stomach, legs, knees, feet (even toes) are all clearly visible. When fog or clouds settle over the sleeping Warrior God, it is a sign that he is changing his blankets for the season. A light green blanket heralds spring; the dark green brings summer. Yellow and red are fall colors, and white is winter. One day the Utes believe the great warrior God will rise again to help his people fight against their enemies. UTE MOUNTAIN UTE TRIBE The 13 Ute Bands are the oldest residents of Colorado, and historically roamed throughout Colorado, Utah, and New Mexico as hunter-gatherer societies. The separate bands moved with the seasons for the best hunting and harvest. The present day Weenuche Band live in the communities of Towaoc and White Mesa to the west in Utah. This thriving band celebrates the Bear Dance and Sun Dance every year, which connect old ways with the new in rich colorful pageantry of song and dance. The Bear Dance celebrations are open to the public. Visit www.utemountain.org for festival dates and times. Some must-see Ute Tribal experiences include the archaeological tribal park located south of the Mesa Verde/Mancos Canyon, as well as the retail trading company, located in Cortez. Watch artists at work creating beautiful pottery. Tour the museum depicting Ute history and artifacts. Shop beautiful handcrafted beadwork, jewelry, baskets, hide paintings, and pottery. Sample local wines from McElmo Canyon at an adjacent tasting room. For more information email: tawnieknight@utemountain.org or phone 970-565-0195. w 16 | ONE DAY JUST ISN’T ENOUGH hit the trails Mesa Verde Country is a paradise for ALL outdoor enthusiasts BIKING From singletrack to challenging hill climbs in the San Juan Mountains, Mesa Verde Country offers over 600 miles of mountain biking trails in the county, from canyon, slick rock, piñon and juniper to an old growth forest. If you’re looking to beat the crowds and enjoy quiet trails and scenic byways, Mesa Verde Country is your breath of fresh air. A fun fact about Southwest Colorado: of the 6,584 square miles of beautiful countryside, only 38% is privately owned, 17% of that area is Tribal Land, and a whopping 45% is public. Spring, summer and fall are best times to ride, but mid-winter fat biking is popular, and more trips are possible in the canyons, making Mesa Verde Country your year-round mountain biking destination. The higher elevations of the mesas and mountain trails offer incredible views, as well as respite from mid-summer heat. Mountain biking in Mesa Verde Country is also gaining international recognition! Sand Canyon Trail in Canyons of the Ancients National Monument might be the only place in the world where you can ride singletrack past so many ancient cliff dwellings. Phil’s World - just six miles from Cortez, starting across from the Montezuma County Fairgrounds and Racetrack - is another one-of-a-kind destination. With fast, rolling terrain that includes both intermediate and advanced-level technical spots and plenty of nice beginner trails, Phil’s World has just about 60 miles of trails, thanks to a recent expansion by the Kokopelli Bike Club. It’s also home to the annual 12 Hours of Mesa Verde mountain bike race, which attracts loads of single speed and endurance riders - some of the sport’s finest! Road cyclists and motorcyclists can take advantage of the two national scenic byways: Trail of the Ancients National Scenic Byway (the only one in North America dedicated to archaeology) and the San Juan Skyway “America’s Most Beautiful Drive.” Bicycle rentals, equipment, and repair are also readily available in the area. Additional information on bicycle routes is available at the San Juan Ranger District in Dolores and retail outlets throughout the area. Current bike trail maps from Big Loop Maps can be found in Cortez at Kokopelli Bike and Board, as well as the Lizard Head Cyclery in Dolores. AND SO MUCH MORE Mesa Verde Country is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts! Our geographic diversity of mountains, mesas, and canyons provides the perfect environment for recreational activities year-round. Hiking in Mesa Verde Country can take you into the San Juan National Forest, north of Dolores, with spectacular views and intermediate trails. Priest Gulch Trails and Calico Trails offer challenging terrain that is well worth the effort. Visit the Dolores Public Lands Office on Highway 184 for more information. MesaVerdeCountry.com | 17 If you’re near Mancos, the Big Al and West Mancos Trail is easy, and right off the Transfer Campground, just past the scenic pull-out on CR 42. Interpretive signs along the way point out flora and fauna, and there are benches making this an ideal hiking venue for small children. Don’t forget your camera! In Cortez, Hawkins Preserve is a 122 acre site with beautiful views of the Sleeping Ute Mountain, La Plata Mountains and the mesa. There is a paved trail that for those with limited mobility as well as a number of unpaved ones. There is also a small protected ruin and interesting natural vegetation. For directions and rock climbing permits, visit cortezculturalcenter.org. Carpenter Natural Area – also located within Cortez city limits, the paved trail can be accessed from two locations. On the East side, it begins as the sidewalk on the northwest corner of Mildred Road and Empire Street and heads north. On the West end, the trail may be accessed on Lebanon Road north of Highway 491. This great open space offers opportunities for hiking, biking, rollerblading, nature watching, native plant identification or whatever else the imagination may allow. The main one and a half mile trail is paved. There are also many dirt paths that veer off into the hills. These are perfect for the Half-Day Rides Full-Day Rides RV/Horse Camping www.canyontrailsranch.com 18 | ONE DAY JUST ISN’T ENOUGH more adventurous soul that prefers off road hiking and biking. Of course biking and hiking are just two activities you can enjoy outdoors. Fishing, boating, rafting, golf, horseback riding, hunting, skiing, and snowmobiling are also very popular in the southwest. Our location makes it possible to cross country ski in front of ancient pueblos on a winter’s morning, and hike in our warm red-rock canyons on that same afternoon. Mesa Verde Country enjoys a longer season for golf, hiking and mountain biking than most destinations in Colorado, because of the warmer temperatures in the spring and fall. Fishing can be enjoyed any time of year, and without the crowds! It’s a perfect mash-up of all the best parts of the Four Corners region, just waiting for you to enjoy. Our incredible climate makes so many recreational activities possible year-round, and offers many options for families and groups - or hearty adventurers. Whether on foot or on horseback, on two wheels or four, on land or on water, in snow or in sun, the exceptional landscapes of Mesa Verde Country beckon you to create your own outdoor adventure, any time, all year-round! There are just too many things to see and do in one day, and with all the available Four Corners lodging in Cortez, Mancos and Dolores, you’ll be able to do so much more. w KNOW BEFORE YOU GO! Many of these places are to be explored on your own. High elevation and high temperatures can spell disaster if you are not prepared. Hat, sunscreen, shade and plenty of water can keep the good times rolling. Also, it is illegal to dig or remove artifacts. Respect the land. 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Travel the 236 mile “road to the sky” which offers views from the towering 14,000-foot San Juan Mountains to rolling hillsides speckled with ancient Indian pueblo ruins. Victorian towns offer both excitement and relaxation. Soak in hot springs, ride the narrow-gauge railroad, and sleep under the stars or in a cozy lodge. You will pass through Durango, Silverton, Ouray, Ridgway, Telluride, Rico, Dolores, Cortez and Mancos. www.swcolotravel.org 22 | ONE DAY JUST ISN’T ENOUGH THE TRAIL OF THE ANCIENTS A new 114-mile scenic/historic by-way in Southwest Colorado highlighting the long and intriguing occupation of the area by Native American peoples. It’s the only National Scenic Byway dedicated to Archaeology. This area is truly the archaeological heartland of America, and takes you on a journey from the past to the future, and from adventure to understanding. All your day trips in Mesa Verde Country could easily be centered around this spectacular by-way. www.trailoftheancients.com GET FRESH FARM TO TABLE Mesa Verde Country has strong agricultural traditions The Ancestral Puebloans farmed the valleys and mesas of Southwest Colorado, including current-day Mesa Verde National Park until around 1300 AD. Growing primarily corn, beans, and squash, they laid the agricultural foundation for today’s farmers, ranchers, and vintners who carry on this long tradition. For Mesa Verde Country, agriculture is truly a cultural experience. Several area restaurants specialize in serving local, sustainable cuisine, sourcing their products directly from producers in the four-corners region. Special events throughout the year provide an excellent opportunity to enjoy the bounty of the area with festivals that feature beer, wine and food. But there are other ways to get the farm to your table. Our yearround farmers markets are an excellent way to taste, touch and savor the local flavors. With three markets a week during the peak season and several winter market and deli options, fresh, local food is always available in Mesa Verde Country. Depending on the season, you can pick your own apples, peaches and pears. You can also stop in at some of our local ranches to purchase grass-fed beef or fresh lamb. There are more than 140 craft breweries in Colorado, and four of them are right here in Mesa Verde Country! Ales and lagers, along with a variety of seasonal beers, and growlers are available at all four breweries so you can bring home a taste of Mesa Verde Country. McElmo Canyon is home to several lush vineyards right here in Mesa Verde Country. Located near where the trailhead to Canyons of the Ancients begin, the two wineries that reside here have been recognized by Wine Enthusiast, and are among Colorado’s most acclaimed wine producers. Both also make many varietals of world-class wines that are featured in many local Colorado restaurants. Both vineyards share a deep love and respect for the surrounding area, and farm and create their wines with eyes on sustainability as well as quality. Mesa Verde Country’s reputation for craft brewing and artisan distilling continues to grow, and so does its reputation for fine wines. Come visit and get a true taste of the Southwest. In addition to local wines, brews and spirits, there are several unique, locally-grown products that you’ll want to take home. Locally-grown dryland pinto and Anasazi beans, corn meal and blue corn meal, as well as high-altitude red winter wheat milled into flour are gifts everyone back home will appreciate and savor. w MesaVerdeCountry.com | 23 join the fun JANUAR Y 4-States Jr. Rodeo www.cortezchamber.com [Jan. 19] FREE ADMISSION to Mesa Verde National Park www.nps.gov/meve FEBRUAR Y 4-States Jr. Rodeo www.cortezchamber.com [Feb. 16] FREE ADMISSION to Mesa Verde National Park www.nps.gov/meve MARCH Durango Kennel Club Dog Show www.durangokennelclub.org Indian Arts & Culture Festival www.cortezculturalcenter.org JUNE Dolores River Festival www.doloresriverfestival.com Rodeo Chuckwagon Supper www.utemountainroundup.org Rodeo Carnival www.utemountainroundup.org 85th Annual Ute Mountain Roundup Rodeo www.utemountainroundup.org Four States Ag Expo www.fourstatesagexpo.com [Jun. 13] FREE ADMISSION to Mesa Verde National Park www.nps.gov/meve APRIL JULY 15th Annual Home & Garden Show www.fourcornershomeandgardenshow.com [Apr. 18-19] FREE ADMISSION to Mesa Verde National Park www.nps.gov/meve Cortez Gun Show www.cortezgunclub.org Pueblo-to-Pueblo Run/Bike Event www.cortezculturalcenter.org MAY Ute Mountain/Mesa Verde Birding Festival www.cortezculturalcenter.org SW Colorado Concert Series Presents “The Alliance Brass Quintet” www.mesaverdecountry.com 9th Annual 12-Hours of Mesa Verde-Mountain Bike Race www.12hoursofmesaverde.com 24 | ONE DAY JUST ISN’T ENOUGH Cortez Burst Triathlon & Rotary Fireworks Display www.cortezchamber.com Southwest Colorado Food, Wine & Art Festival www.mesaverdecountry.com [Aug. 25] FREE ADMISSION to Mesa Verde National Park www.nps.gov/meve SEPTEMBER 17th Annual Harvest Beer Festival www.montezumaland.org 11th Annual Mancos Valley Balloon & Art Festival www.mancosvalley.com [Sept. 26] FREE ADMISSION to Mesa Verde National Park www.nps.gov/meve OCTOBER Harvest Festival www.doloreschamber.com NOVEMBER Ute Mountain Casino Fireworks Display www.utemountaincasino.com [Nov. 11] FREE ADMISSION to Mesa Verde National Park www.nps.gov/meve Mancos Days www.mancosvalley.com DECEMBER Montezuma County Fair www.montezumacountyfair.com AUGUST Mesa Verde National Park Luminaria Open House www.nps.gov/meve Cortez Rendezvous Hot Air Balloon Rally www.mesaverdecountry.com Escalante Days www.doloreschamber.com George Geer Memorial Car Show 970.560.2572 See page 14 for other ongoing events in the area. cortez Located just eight miles from the entrance to Mesa Verde National Park, Cortez features over 600 acres of parks, trails and open space. To the North, you’ll find Carpenter Natural Area with 176 acres and easy access to trails for biking and hiking. To the South, enjoy the 122 acre Hawkins Preserve with opportunity for hiking, biking, rock climbing and star-gazing from the slick rock trails to the canyon edge, overlooking McElmo Creek. There are even excavated archaeological sites contained within the preserve, which is owned by the Cortez Cultural Center. Archaeological Center of America At the heart of it all you’ll find beautiful Parque de Vida with ponds for fishing and feeding ducks, as miles of sidewalks wind through the park systems and bring this community together with outdoor amphitheaters for summer festivals. The Rec Center has something for every age group with pools, a climbing wall, racquetball courts, indoor basketball courts and fitness area. A 50 meter outdoor pool with a 125 foot double loop water slide, a splash pad with spraying jets and play features including a 60 gallon dumping bucket. All of these amenities are just one block north of Main Street near the Colorado Welcome Center where you can also purchase your tickets for ranger-guided tours at Mesa Verde. The ideal jumping-off point for many adventures, Cortez has a wide variety of lodging, shopping and dining opportunities including local breweries and wineries. A weekly Farmer’s Market features the agricultural heritage and commitment to local, organic foods which are featured at many restaurants in the region. Several exceptional galleries, museums and trading posts reflect the culture and creativity of the Southwest. Cortez remains the trading center of the Four Corners as it has for over 2,000 years with artistry passed down through generations to create a community which celebrates the traditions of the past and a collective vision for the future. w Hawkins Preserve Scott DW Smith Photo See next page for busines locator map of Cortez. >> LODGING 1 Aneth Lodge - Budget 6 TOURS & ATTRACTIONS 14 Aramark/Mesa Verde 2 Baymont Inn & Suites 15 Kokopelli Bike & Board 3 Best Western Turquoise Inn & Suites 16 Canyon Trail Ranch 4 Holiday Inn Express - Mesa Verde 17 Cortez Cultural Center 5 Kelly Place B&B 18 Crow Canyon Archaeological Center 6 Knights Inn 19 East Pines Ranch 7 Retro Inn 20 Guy Drew Vineyards 8 Super 8 - Cortez/Mesa Verde 21 Southwest Healthcare Systems 22 Sutcliffe Vineyards 9 Destination Grill 10 J. Fargo Family Dining & Micro Brewery 23 Notah Dineh Trading Company & Museum 24 San Juan Gems Rock Shop DINING 11 Loungin’ Lizard 12 Pepperhead 13 Stonefish Sushi & More SHOPPING INFORMATION 25 Cortez Area Chamber of Commerce MesaVerdeCountry.com | 25 Dolores Rd d Industri a l R CORTEZ To Dove Creek; Moab, Utah CR K.3 Mildred Rd Southwest Memorial Hospital Carpenter Natural Area Beech St 5th St 5 Roger Smith Av Ash St Washington St PO 3 1 10 Henry St Texas St Sligo St 160 Trinity Av Pine St 7 2 4 9 Hawkins St Pueblo Community College Maple St 8 North St Edith St City Hall Harrison St Chestnet St Market St Elm St Linden St N Manaugh Elem 5th St 16 20 6th St 22 6th St Oak St Cedar St 7th St Chestnut St Stratton Dr Cedar St 6 14 To Durango Montezuma Av Pool Colorado Welcome Center 2nd St 4th St t 17 15 12 13 11 Main St 25 Parque de Vida Library Recreation Center North St 23 Aspen Dr 145 S Patton MacArthur Av Beech Elem Coronado Av Downey Elem Downey Av Canyon Dr Birch Dr Empire St 491 160 Park St 18 19 Centennial Park 24 21 7th St 10th St M 11th St CR 25 CR 27 Hawkins Preserve k ree oC m l cE ROCK SHOP Lapidary & Silversmithing Supplies • Rough Rocks • Slabs Cabochons • Specimens • Carvings • Precious Stones • Crystals Custom Jewelry • Gold & Sterling Silver Mountings • Books Gold Panning Supplies • Beads & Supplies • Jewelry • Gift Items www.sanjuangems.com 11523 Hwy. 145, Cortez (970) 565-9854 26 | ONE DAY JUST ISN’T ENOUGH De La “A Living History and Archeological Preserve” • Lodge Rooms & Cabins • RV Hookups & Tent Sites • Hiking & Biking • Retreats & Conferences Explore or relax at our secluded 40-acre desert oasis nestled in a red rock canyon between Canyons of the Ancients and Sleeping Ute Mountain. SUTCLIFFE VINEYARDS McElmo Canyon, CO Elevation 5340ft Food & Wine's 2015 Wine Guide: “America's 500 Best Producers” Come Visit Our Tasting Room | Open Daily 11am-5pm 12174 Rd G • Cortez www.sutcliffewines.com Ask about our archeological-guided tours into Canyons of the Ancients! Rich in natural beauty – steeped in history! 14537 Road G, Cortez, CO 81321 • (970) 565-3125 www.kellyplace.com • e-mail: info2@kellyplace.com MesaVerdeCountry.com | 27 Outside Magazine calls the town of Dolores “adventure base camp for the whole family,” and we couldn’t agree more. With the Dolores River running south, and beautiful sandstone cliffs to the north, this charming town is only three blocks wide. Surrounded by the San Juan National Forest and McPhee Reservoir, you’ll feel like a local with mountain biking and hiking, paddle boarding or kayaking, snowshoe or cross country skiing opportunities straight from town or head up the mesa to the Boggy Draw trail system to start your adventure. dolores Small Town USA “Rio de Nuestra Senora de las Dolores” or The River of Our Lady of Sorrows, was named by Dominquez and Escalante, Spanish Catholic priests who came through the area seeking routes from the missions of Santa Fe, NM to California in 1776. In 1891, the railhead was established at the present site of Dolores, and became a major stop on the rail line between Ridgway, Telluride and Durango. A half rail car on the Rio Grande Southern Railroad, nicknamed the Galloping Goose, ran the mail and passenger routes and it lives on today at the Railroad Museum in Flanders Park. Walk or float from Riverside Park to the east all the way to Joe Rowell Park to the west with access all along the public trail for some of the best fly fishing waters in Southwest Colorado. Dolores is your headquarters for local history and outdoor fun, with fascinating shops and boutiques, excellent restaurants including a local brewery, and river front and in-town lodging options to fit every traveler. w Dolores River CR 31 DoloresNo rw ood Rd Bill Hatcher Photo DOLORES LODGING 5 Dolores Liquors 6 Traditional Charm Antique Mall INFORMATION 7 Dolores Chamber of Commerce 28 | ONE DAY JUST ISN’T ENOUGH z To C 145 Do Rowell Park l o re s R i v e r Ranger Station Town Hall 3 5 Av Av Central Av Railroad PO 4 7 te or Hillside Riverside Railroad Museum Library 145 1 Riverside Park Av t Way Merrit o To Ric Schools N Erik Dr Dolores General Store 4th St 4 6 5th St Dolores Food Market 2nd St 3 3rd St shopping 6th St Circle K Guest Ranch Breana Ln 2 9th St attractions 12th St Dolores River Campground 14th St 1 2 400 Railroad Avenue Dolores MesaVerdeCountry.com | 29 mancos When Louis L’Amour wrote about the West, more often than not, he was talking about the Mancos River Valley. Nestled below the Mesa Verde Mountains, this riverside town still holds much of the same western charm contained within his many, beloved novels which featured the area. Historic buildings filled with art, quaint shops and a family owned bakery line the streets of downtown where modern day travelers and locals alike navigate amongst stagecoaches, cattle drives and cowboys. Where the West Still Lives In Mancos, you’ll find farm to table restaurants, farmers markets, natural food markets, coffee roasters and home town burger joints as well as one of the oldest continuously operating bars in Colorado. Stay at a bed and breakfast, historic hotel, guest ranch or a motel in the heart of town. With hot air balloon festivals, main street parades, gallery tours and street fairs, the opportunities to become part of this friendly community present themselves at every turn. Creativity abounds in this small town. The artisans of Mancos craft beer and rum, leather goods and jewelry as well as world renowned bronze sculpture. Hand made western hats are designed to sit atop famous, hollywood heads along with the local, working cowboys who appreciate this time honored tradition of creating quality goods. This blend of the old and new, in art and in life, makes Mancos, where the west still lives, a must experience location within the communities of Mesa Verde Country. w LODGING 1 Flagstone Meadows Bed & Breakfast 2 Luxury Cottage 3 Sundance Bear Lodge 4 Willowtail Springs 184 MANCOS 3 4 CR 42 DINING To Cortez To Durango 7 Mancos School of the West Grand Av 8 Olio Riverside Av 9 Rimrock Outfitters 1 TOURS & ATTRACTIONS INFORMATION 10 Mancos Valley Chamber of Commerce 30 | ONE DAY JUST ISN’T ENOUGH Cottonwood Park iv e Mancos R r Bauer Av Mancos Performance Center 7 PO Schools 10 8 6 160 Visitor Center Museum Town Hall Library 5 Empire Park CR J CR 41 Artisans of Mancos Main St 6 Walnut St Railroad Av 160 Mesa St aRT & MORE Beech St Columbine Bar Spruce St 5 2 N 9 STUDIO WORKSHOPS Mancos School of the West offers the unique experience of studio instruction in and around the historic town of Mancos, Colorado, and throughout the gorgeous Mancos Valley. Sculpture Located near the four corners region, these classes will be an experience of a lifetime. Horsemanship Painting Blacksmith Photography Pottery Craft Arts Plein Air And more... Find us on Facebook: Mancos School of the West Email at: info@schoolofthewest.org www.schoolofthewest.org MesaVerdeCountry.com | 31 featured advertisers cortez See Locator Map on PG. 26 BUSINESS DESCRIPTION ANETH LODGE - BUDGET 6 645 East Main Street | 970.565.3453 www.anethlodge.com Just 10 miles from Mesa Verde National Park. Pet-friendly. BUSINESS KNIGHTS INN 440 South Broadway | 800.477.0629 www.knightsinn.com DESCRIPTION Free breakfast and parking near Mesa Verde National Park. BAYMONT INN & SUITES 2321 East Main Street | 970.565.3400 www.baymontinns.com Minutes from Four Corners with heated pool and free continental breakfast. KOKOPELLI BIKE & BOARD 130 West Main Street | 970.565.4408 www.kokopellibike.com Full service bike shop, complete with board and ski service. BEST WESTERN TURQUOISE INN & SUITES 535 East Main Street | 970.565.3778 www.bestwestern.com Spacious, clean rooms with HBO and high-speed internet. Pet-friendly. LOUNGIN’ LIZARD 2 West Main Street | 970.516.1998 www.lounginlizardcortez.com The newest Restaurant, Bar and Lounge in Cortez. CANYON TRAILS RANCH 13935 Road G | 970.565.1499 www.canyontrailsranch.com Offering scenic backcountry horseback rides in spectacular McElmo Canyon. NOTAH DINEH TRADING CO. & MUSEUM 345 West Main Street | 970.565.9607 www.notahdineh.com Specializing in unique Native American Art. CORTEZ CULTURAL CENTER 25 North Market Street | 970.565.1151 www.cortezculturalcenter.org A non-profit organization providing interactive forums for the community. PEPPERHEAD 44 West Main Street | 970.565.3303 www.pepperheadcortez.com Featuring Northern New Mexico-style Mexican food and other Southwestern dishes. CROW CANYON ARCHAEOLOGICAL CENTER 23390 Road K | 800.422.8975 www.crowcanyon.org Our mission is to share knowledge through archaeological research and education programs. PIPPO’S CAFÉ 100 West Main Street | 970.565.6039 www.pipposcafe.com A fun, fast café that has the comfort food and the price you are looking for! DESTINATION GRILL 2121 East Main Street | 970.565.6000 www.dgcortez.com A comfortable family restaurant that celebrates local Southwestern cuisine. RETRO INN AT MESA VERDE 2040 East Main Street | 970.565.3738 www.retroinnmesaverde.com Mountain views, cable TV, free Wi-Fi and free breakfast daily. EAST PINES RANCH 23589 Road M | 970.565.6439 Join us as a guest wrangler on a working cattle ranch. SAN JUAN GEMS ROCK SHOP 11523 CO-145 | 970.565.9854 www.sanjuangems.com One of the largest and most well stocked rock shops around! GUY DREW VINEYARDS 19891 C R G | 970.565.9211 www.guydrewvineyards.com Making quality wines of distinction and value. SOUTHWEST HEALTH SYSTEM, INC. 1311 North Mildred Road | 970.565.6666 www.swhealth.org Where caring and community come together! HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS - MESA VERDE 2121 East Main Street | 970.565.6000 www.hiexpress.com Shuttle service to and from the airport. Indoor pool and breakfast bar. STONEFISH SUSHI & MORE 16 West Main Street | 970.565.9244 www.stonefishsushi.com A five star hit on TripAdvisor! J. FARGO FAMILY DINING & MICRO BREWERY 1209 East Main Street | 970.564.0242 www.jfargos.com Casual dining in a relaxed family atmosphere, full bar and micro-brewed beer. SUPER 8 - CORTEZ/MESA VERDE 505 East Main Street | 970.565.8888 www.super8.com Free breakfast and pet-friendly. Kids stay free! KELLY PLACE BED & BREAKFAST 14537 Road G | 970.565.3125 www.kellyplace.com An archaeological preserve and unique bed and breakfast. SUTCLIFFE VINEYARDS 12174 Road G | 970.565.0825 www.sutcliffewines.com World-class wine that happens to be made in Colorado! dolores See Locator Map on PG. 28 BUSINESS CIRCLE K GUEST RANCH 27758 CO-145 | 970.562.3826 www.ckranch.com DESCRIPTION BUSINESS DESCRIPTION Offers affordable Western Family Vacations in an outdoor recreation paradise. DOLORES LIQUORS 202 South Third Street | 970.882.4809 Domestic and Import Beer, Spirits, Wine, Mixers. DOLORES CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 201 Railroad Avenue | 970.882.4018 www.doloreschamber.com Gateway to Colorado’s 2nd largest lake, McPhee Reservoir. DOLORES RIVER CAMPGROUND 18680 Hwy 145 | 970.882.7761 www.doloresrivercampground.com Beautiful, tree-filled campground providing a true Colorado get-away. DOLORES FOOD MARKET 400 Railroad Avenue | 970.882.7353 www.doloresfoodmarket.com Open 8 to 8 everyday. Grab and Go Deli. TRADITIONAL CHARM ANTIQUE MALL 315 Central Avenue | 970.882.2424 5,000 sq. ft. of antiques and collectibles. DOLORES GENERAL STORE 300 Central Avenue | 970.882.2143 Camping and fishing supplies, kayak and paddleboard rentals. Ice Cream. mancos See Locator Map on PG. 30 BUSINESS ARTISANS OF MANCOS 101 Grand Avenue | 970.533.7040 www.artisansofmancos.com DESCRIPTION An artist owned and managed cooperative. BUSINESS OLIO 114 West Grand Avenue | 970.533.1381 www.oliomancos.com DESCRIPTION A delicious blend of food, wine and art. COLUMBINE BAR 123 Grand Avenue | 970.533.7397 Established in 1903 - One of Colorado’s oldest continuously operating bars. RIMROCK OUTFITTERS 12175 Co Road 44 | 970.533.7588 www.rimrockoutfitters.com Guided trail rides near Mesa Verde National Park. FLAGSTONE MEADOWS BED & BREAKFAST 38080 Road K | 970.533.9838 www.flagstonemeadows.com A wonderful destination for a “decompression” escape. SUNDANCE BEAR LODGE 11555 Road 39 | 970.533.1504 www.sundancebear.com Country style bed and breakfast. Dog and Horse friendly. LUXURY COTTAGE 40532 Road G | 970.749.7745 Located in Mesa Verde Country. WILLOWTAIL SPRINGS 10451 Co Road 39 | 800.698.0603 www.willowtailsprings.com A unique lodging adventure near Durango and Mesa Verde. MANCOS SCHOOL OF THE WEST www.schoolofthewest.org A teaching community of artists and craftsmen in Colorado’s Mancos Valley. MESA VERDE BUSINESS ARAMARK Mesa Verde National Park | 602.331.5200 www.aramarkleisure.com DURANGO RIVERTRIPPERS & ADVENTURE TOURS 724 Main Avenue | 970.259.0289 www.durangorivertrippers.com DESCRIPTION Providing authentic, memorable experiences to visitors at America’s most unique destinations. 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