- 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.
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Rainbow Over Sleeping Ute Mountain
Wilkinson Visual Photo
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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
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Regional Map
Mesa Verde Park Map
Scenic Byways Map
Cortez Map
Dolores Map
Mancos Map
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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DISTANCE FROM
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CANYONS OF THE ANCIENTS
HEADQUARTERS
27501 Hwy. 184, Dolores | 970.882.5600
www.co.blm.gov/canm
BIKING
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MUSEUM
ANASAZI HERITAGE CENTER MUSEUM
27501 Hwy. 184, Dolores | 970.882.5600
www.co.blm.gov/ahc
TOURS
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CULTURE
MESA VERDE NATIONAL PARK
970.529.4465
www.nps.gov/meve
CAMPING
ARCHAEOLOGY
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CORTEZ CULTURAL CENTER
25 N. Market Street, Cortez | 970.565.1151
www.cortezculturalcenter.org
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ARCHAEOLOGICAL CENTER
23390 Road K, Cortez | 800.422.8975
www.crowcanyon.org
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HOVENWEEP NATIONAL MONUMENT
970.562.4282
www.nps.gov/hove
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LOWRY PUEBLO
Pleasant View, Colorado | 970.882.4811
http://goo.gl/WT4VPy
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Towaoc, Colorado | 970.565.9653
www.utemountaintribalpark.info
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NARROW GAUGE RAILROAD
888.872.4607
www.durangotrain.com
FOUR CORNERS MONUMENT
928.206.2540
www.navajonationparks.org
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970.247.4874
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ARCHES NATIONAL PARK
435.719.2100
www.nps.gov/arch
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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
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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.
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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
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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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10 minutes from Mesa Verde,
a World Heritage site!
2121 East Main Street • Cortez, Colorado 81321
FOR RESERVATIONS: 1-800-HOLIDAY or (970) 565-6000 • www. coloradoholiday.com
Enjoy a comfortable stay and quality
service while lodging in Cortez, Colorado.
• AAA & Senior Discounts
• Stay in a Family Suite tonight!
• Free, Full, Hot American Breakfast Buffet!
• Free Wi-Fi - 100 Mbps!
• Indoor Pool, Sauna & Jacuzzi, Fitness Center
• Guest Laundry
• Just off Highway 160, the hotel is a bastion
for business and leisure travelers alike.
• Koko’s Friendly Grill, is open for dinner Mon-Sat
and offers delicious Southwestern fare!
• Check us out on TripAdvisor TODAY!
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Juan Mountains. 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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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“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
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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
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DOLORES
LODGING
5
Dolores Liquors
6
Traditional Charm Antique Mall
INFORMATION
7
Dolores Chamber of Commerce
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Circle K Guest Ranch
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Dolores River Campground
14th St
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400 Railroad Avenue
Dolores
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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
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Main St
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Columbine Bar
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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
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ANETH LODGE - BUDGET 6
645 East Main Street | 970.565.3453
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Just 10 miles from Mesa Verde National Park.
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KNIGHTS INN
440 South Broadway | 800.477.0629
www.knightsinn.com
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Free breakfast and parking near Mesa Verde
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BAYMONT INN & SUITES
2321 East Main Street | 970.565.3400
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Minutes from Four Corners with heated pool and
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KOKOPELLI BIKE & BOARD
130 West Main Street | 970.565.4408
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Full service bike shop, complete with board and
ski service.
BEST WESTERN TURQUOISE INN & SUITES
535 East Main Street | 970.565.3778
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Spacious, clean rooms with HBO and high-speed
internet. Pet-friendly.
LOUNGIN’ LIZARD
2 West Main Street | 970.516.1998
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The newest Restaurant, Bar and Lounge in
Cortez.
CANYON TRAILS RANCH
13935 Road G | 970.565.1499
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Offering scenic backcountry horseback rides in
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NOTAH DINEH TRADING CO. & MUSEUM
345 West Main Street | 970.565.9607
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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
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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
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One of the largest and most well stocked rock
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GUY DREW VINEYARDS
19891 C R G | 970.565.9211
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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!
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CIRCLE K GUEST RANCH
27758 CO-145 | 970.562.3826
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Offers affordable Western Family Vacations in an
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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.
Offering the safest, finest whitewater rafting
and adventures in town.
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UTE MOUNTAIN CASINO
3 Weeminuche Drive | 970.565.8800
www.utemountaincasino.com
DESCRIPTION
The Largest Casino in the Four Corners!
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AMERICAN HOLIDAY MESA VERDE INN
640 South Broadway • Cortez | 970.565.3773
www.cortezmesaverdeinn.com
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645 East Main Street • Cortez | 877.515.8454
www.anethlodge.com
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2321 East Main Street • Cortez | 970.565.3400
www.baymontinns.com
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535 East Main Street • Cortez | 800.547.3376
www.mesaverdebestwestern.com
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2020 East Main Street • Cortez | 970.565.3474
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2244 East Hawkins • Cortez | 970.564.5924
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DAYS INN OF CORTEZ
430 Hwy 145 • Cortez | 970.565.8577
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS - MESA VERDE
2121 East Main Street • Cortez | 800.626.5652
www.coloradoholiday.com
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KNIGHTS INN
440 South Broadway • Cortez | 970.565.3755
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RETRO INN AT MESA VERDE
2040 East Main Street • Cortez | 970.565.3738
www.retroinnmesaverde.com
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SAND CANYON INN - NATIONAL 9
301 West Main Street • Cortez | 800.524.9999
www.sandcanyon.com
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SLEEPING UTE MOUNTAIN MOTEL
531 South Broadway • Cortez | 877.565.8507
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SUPER 8 - CORTEZ/MESA VERDE
505 East Main Street • Cortez | 800.800.8000
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728 South Broadway • Cortez | 800.643.7705
www.angelfire.com/co2/tomahawk
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TRAVELODGE
1120 East Main Street • Cortez | 970.565.3761
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WHITE EAGLE INN & FAMILY LODGE
210 South Broadway • Cortez | 970.565.3333
www.whiteeagleinn.com
DOLORES MOUNTAIN INN
701 Railroad Ave • Dolores | 800.842.8113
www.dminn.com
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OUTPOST MOTEL, CABINS & RV PARK
1800 Central Ave • Dolores | 970.882.7271
www.doloresoutpostmotel.com
RIO GRANDE SOUTHERN HOTEL & B&B
101 South 5th • Dolores | 970.882.2125
www.rgshotel.com
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40700 Hwy 160 • Mancos | 970.533.7073
www.4cornerslodging.com
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862 West Grand Ave • Mancos | 970.533.7729
www.enchantedmesamotel.com
MESA VERDE MOTEL
191 West Railroad Ave • Mancos | 800.825.6372
www.mesaverdemotel.com
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200 Grand Ave • Mancos | 970.396.9240
www.mancosinn.com
FAR VIEW LODGE - MESA VERDE
Navajo Hill @ Mile 15 • Mesa Verde | 800.449.2288
www.visitmesaverde.com
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CANYON OF THE ANCIENTS GUEST RANCH
7950 Road G • Cortez | 970.565.4288
www.canyonoftheancients.com
CORTEZ/MESA VERDE KOA
27432 East Hwy 160 • Cortez | 800.562.3901
www.cortezkoa.com
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24507 Hwy 145 • Dolores | 214.770.8805
www.vrbo.com/62133
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1800 Central Ave • Dolores | 970.882.7271
www.doloresoutpostmotel.com
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14537 Road G • Cortez | 970.565.3125
www.kellyplace.com
CIRCLE K RANCH
27758 Hwy 145 • Dolores | 800.477.6381
www.ckranch.com
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27646 Hwy 145 • Dolores | 970.562.3810
www.priestgulch.com
ABODE AT WILLOWTAIL SPRINGS
10451 Road 39 • Mancos | 800.698.0603
www.willowtailsprings.com
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43747 Road M • Mancos | 970.533.7000
www.echobasin.com
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MESA VERDE RV RESORT
35303 Hwy 160 • Mancos | 800.776.7421
www.mesaverdervresort.com
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42505 Hwy 160 • Mancos | 970.533.7717
www.riverbendbandb.com
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11555 Road 39 • Mancos | 970.533.1504
www.sundancebear.com
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CORTEZ/MESA VERDE KOA
27432 East Hwy 160 • Cortez | 800.562.3901
www.cortezkoa.com
KELLY PLACE BED & BREAKFAST
14537 Road G • Cortez | 970.565.3125
www.kellyplace.com
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2380 East Main Street • Cortez | 505.215.0712
www.lamesarvpark.com
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815 East Main Street • Cortez | 800.880.9413
www.sundancervpark.com
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1501 Central Ave • Dolores | 970.882.2483
www.cozycomfortrvpark.com
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18680 Hwy 145 • Dolores | 970.882.7761
www.doloresrivercampground.com
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1800 Central Ave • Dolores | 970.882.7271
www.doloresoutpostmotel.com
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27646 Hwy 145 • Dolores | 970.562.3810
www.priestgulch.com
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ANCIENT CEDARS @ MESA VERDE RV RESORT
34979 Hwy 160 • Mancos | 844.565.3517
www.ancientcedarsmesaverde.com
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43747 Road M • Mancos | 970.533.7000
www.echobasin.com
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35303 Hwy 160 • Mancos | 800.776.7421
www.mesaverdervresort.com
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Navajo Hill @ Mile 4 • Mesa Verde | 800.449.2288
www.visitmesaverde.com
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CANYON OF THE ANCIENTS GUEST RANCH
7950 Road G • Cortez | 970.565.4288
www.canyonoftheancients.com
CIRCLE K RANCH
27758 Hwy 145 • Dolores | 800.477.6381
www.ckranch.com
MAJESTIC DUDE RANCH
42688 Road N • Mancos | 800.325.9462
www.majesticduderanch.com
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ASH STREET HOUSE
34 North Ash • Cortez | 970.739.8997
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7950 Road G • Cortez | 970.565.4288
www.canyonoftheancients.com
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CASA DEL CORAZON
923 Balsam Street • Cortez | 970.560.2767
www.airbnb.com/rooms/62343
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ROMANTIC GETAWAY
Call for Directions • Cortez | 970.799.2582
www.vacationrentalsdurango.com
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THE BUNKER AT BATTLE ROCK
12249 Road G • Cortez | 970.739.3158
www.vrbo.com/439606
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WHITE EAGLE INN & FAMILY LODGE
210 South Broadway • Cortez | 970.565.3333
www.whiteeagleinn.com
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CASA CIELO RETREATS
15975 Road 30 • Dolores | 970.882.7503
www.casacieloretreats.com
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18645 Hwy 145 • Dolores | 970.882.0196
www.flipkey.com/dolores-cabin-rentals/p228298
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862 West Grand Ave • Mancos | 970.749.1497
www.enchantedmesa.net
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LONGVIEW RANCH
40532 Road G • Mancos | 970.749.7745
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GRIZZLY ROADHOUSE BED & BREAKFAST
3450 Hwy 160/491 • Cortez | 800.330.7286
www.grizzlyroadhouse.com
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14537 Road G • Cortez | 970.565.3125
www.kellyplace.com
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RIO GRANDE SOUTHERN B&B & RESTAURANT
101 South 5th • Dolores | 970.882.2125
www.rgshotel.com
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19581 Road 31 • Dolores | 970.882.4920
www.sophiaretreatcenter.com
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10451 Road 39 • Mancos | 800.698.0603
www.willowtailsprings.com
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41372 Hwy 184 • Mancos | 970.749.3520
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FLAGSTONE MEADOWS BED & BREAKFAST
38080 Road K.4 • Mancos | 970.533.9838
www.flagstonemeadows.com
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LOST CANYON LAKE LODGE
35324 Road R.5 • Mancos | 970.882.7871
www.lostcanyonlakelodge.com
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42505 Hwy 160 • Mancos | 970.533.7717
www.riverbendbandb.com
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11555 Road 39 • Mancos | 970.533.1504
www.sundancebear.com
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A BED & BREAKFAST LODGE
Flagstone
meadows
Peaceful seclusion,
glorious views and
the polished rustic
charm of our lovely
guest suites.
P.O. Box 1137 • 38080 Road K-4 • Mancos, CO 81328
Local 970.533.9838 • Toll Free 800.793.1137
info@flagstonemeadows.com
www.flagstonemeadows.com
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ANGEL’S END ZONE SPORTS BAR
309 North Broadway • Cortez | 970.565.4022
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104 East Main Street • Cortez | 970.565.9066
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504 South Broadway • Cortez | 970.565.1856
www.arbys.com
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640 South Broadway • Cortez | 970.565.5337
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BLONDIES TROPHY ROOM
45 East Main Street • Cortez | 970.565.4015
www.blondiestrophyroom.com
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BURGER BOY DRIVE IN
400 East Main Street • Cortez | 970.565.7921
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BURGER KING
520 West Main Street • Cortez | 970.564.0725
www.mybkexperience.com
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CORTEZ DAIRY QUEEN
1127 East Main Street • Cortez | 970.565.9266
DENNY’S DINER
2059 East Main Street • Cortez | 970.564.0832
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DESTINATION GRILL
2121 East Main Street • Cortez | 970.565.6000
www.dgcortez.com
DOMINO’S PIZZA
2224 East Main Street • Cortez | 970.565.7373
www.dominos.com
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125 East Main Street • Cortez | 970.565.4633
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EL GRANDE CAFÉ
28 East Main Street • Cortez | 970.565.9996
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ELM STREET RESTAURANT
200 West Main Street • Cortez | 970.564.9404
www.elmstreetrestaurant.com
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HONG KONG CHINESE RESTAURANT
332 West Main Street • Cortez | 970.564.8423
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2561 East Main Street • Cortez | 970.565.0919
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1209 East Main Street • Cortez | 970.564.0242
www.jfargos.com
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JIMMER’S BACK COUNTRY BBQ
439 East Main Street • Cortez | 970.516.1227
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2222 East Main Street • Cortez | 970.565.6228
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332 East Main Street • Cortez | 970.565.0223
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LET IT GROW COFFEE ROASTERS & GARDEN CAFÉ
90 North Mildred Road • Cortez | 970.565.3099
www.letitgrownursery.com
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1020 South Broadway • Cortez | 970.564.9131
www.lotsapastathatzapizza.com
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430 North State Hwy 145 • Cortez | 970.565.4267
www.fiestamexicanarestaurants.com
JACK & JANELLE’S COUNTRY KITCHEN
801 East Main Street • Cortez | 970.565.2572
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LOUNGIN’ LIZARD
2 West Main Street • Cortez | 970.516.1998
www.lounginlizardcortez.com
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21 East Main Street • Cortez | 970.564.9112
www.mainstreetbrewerycortez.com
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1322 East Main Street • Cortez | 970.565.6004
www.mccolorado.com/5274
NEROS ITALIAN RESTAURANT & MEDITERRANEAN GRILL
303 West Main Street • Cortez | 970.565.7366
www.neroscortez.com
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OCEAN PEARL CHINESE RESTAURANT
300 East Main Street • Cortez | 970.565.3888
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ONCE UPON A SANDWICH & THE BAR
7 West Main Street • Cortez | 970.565.8292
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1013 East Main Street • Cortez | 970.564.5828
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1423 East Main Street, Ste. B • Cortez | 970.565.7272
www.papamurphys.com
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PEPPERHEAD
44 West Main Street • Cortez | 970.565.3303
www.pepperheadcortez.com
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PIPPO’S CAFÉ
100 West Main Street • Cortez | 970.565.6039
www.pipposcafe.com
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1119 East Main Street • Cortez | 970.565.4037
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COLD STONE CREAMERY
215 South Sligo #5 • Cortez | 970.565.2725
www.rmcf.com/co/cortez60007
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18806 Hwy 491 • Cortez | 970.882.2100
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5 South Veach • Cortez | 970.565.6560 / 1665
www.shilohsteakhousecortez.com
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SILVER BEAN
410 West Main Street • Cortez | 970.946.4404
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SONIC DRIVE IN
436 South Broadway • Cortez | 970.565.3102
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SPRUCE TREE ESPRESSO HOUSE
318 East Main Street • Cortez | 970.565.6789
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STONEFISH SUSHI & MORE
16 West Main Street • Cortez | 970.565.9244
www.stonefishsushi.com
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1219 East Main Street • Cortez | 970.565.2412
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1835 East Main Street • Cortez | 970.564.8060
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1300 East Main Street • Cortez | 970.565.7494
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1740 East Main Street • Cortez | 970.565.6868
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1430 East Main Street • Cortez | 970.564.3151
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THE FARM BISTRO & LOUNGE
34 West Main Street • Cortez | 970.565.3834
www.thefarmbistrocortez.com
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17 South Broadway • Cortez | 970.565.2650
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221 East Main Street • Cortez | 970.564.9241
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DOLORES RIVER BREWERY
100 South 4th Street • Dolores | 970.882.4677
www.doloresriverbrewery.com
HOLLYWOOD BAR & CAFÉ
18396 Hwy 145 • Dolores | 970.882.7200
www.hollywoodbarandcafe.com
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104 South 2nd Street • Dolores | 970.882.7540
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108 South 8th & Hwy 145 • Dolores | 970.882.7910
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RIO GRANDE SOUTHERN HOTEL, B&B
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101 South 5th Street • Dolores | 970.882.2125
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RIVERFRONT BAR & GRILL
1319 Railroad Avenue • Dolores | 970.882.4007
THE DEPOT
520 Railroad Avenue • Dolores | 970.882.7500
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THE PONY EXPRESSO
795 Railroad Avenue • Dolores | 970.882.7950
www.theponyexpresso.net
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ABSOLUTE BAKERY & CAFÉ
110 South Main • Mancos | 970.533.1200
www.absolutebakery.com
BUBBA’S REAL TEXAS BBQ
280 East Frontage Road • Mancos | 970.533.9127
COLUMBINE BAR
123 West Grand Avenue • Mancos | 970.533.7397
FAHRENHEIT COFFEE ROASTERS
201 Grand Avenue • Mancos | 970.533.7624
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HAMBURGER HAVEN
108 East Grand Avenue • Mancos | 970.533.7919
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114 West Grand Avenue • Mancos | 970.533.1381
www.oliomancos.com
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THE MANCOS PIZZA COMPANY
280 East Frontage Road • Mancos | 970.533.1390
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ZUMA NATURAL FOODS
299 North Main Street • Mancos | 970.533.7300
www.zumanaturalfoods.com
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MESA VERDE - FAR VIEW LOUNGE
Navajo Hill @ Mile 15 • Mesa Verde National Park
970.529.4422 | www.visitmesaverde.com
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Navajo Hill @ Mile 15 • Mesa Verde National Park
970.529.4481 | www.visitmesaverde.com
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Navajo Hill @ Mile 15 • Mesa Verde National Park
970.529.4422 | www.visitmesaverde.com
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MESA VERDE - SPRUCE TREE TERRACE
Navajo Hill @ Mile 19 • Mesa Verde National Park
970.529.4521 | www.visitmesaverde.com
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41900 Hwy 160 • Mancos | 970.759.5764
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MILLWOOD JUNCTION RESTAURANT
101 West Railroad Avenue • Mancos | 970.533.7338
www.millwoodjunction.com
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550 West Railroad Avenue • Mancos | 970.533.9761
www.mancosbrewingcompany.com
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