For over 700 years, the Ancestral Pueblo people built thriving communities on the mesas and in the cliffs of Mesa Verde. Today, the park protects the rich cultural heritage of 26 Pueblos and Tribes and offers visitors a spectacular window into the past. This World Heritage Site and International Dark Sky Park is home to over a thousand species, including several that live nowhere else on earth.
Need help deciding on a Cliff Dwelling Tour or want to make a reservation? Click this link.
As the seasons change so do many of the operating hours. Get to know what will be available when you visit.
Information on the park entrance fee, Mesa Verde Annual Pass, and America the Beautiful passes. Learn how to purchase online!
Temporary and longer-term road or facility closures can occur anytime of year, especially in winter. What will change or affect your visit?
Learn more about hiking in Mesa Verde National Park
Mesa Verde National Park is committed to providing inspiring experiences to people of all abilities.
Get important information about visiting the park with your pet(s), ways to keep them safe, and where to take them.
Watch the official Mesa Verde National Park film, which shows daily at the Mesa Verde Museum.
Download the park app, audio tours, and podcasts before your visit, or to learn more about Mesa Verde from home!
Last updated: April 22, 2024
