Explore Mesa Verde National Park.
Looking for the best resources to help plan your Mesa Verde National Park visit?
Then you’ve come to the right place!
Hi, I’m Natalie, and I am a national parks-obsessed mom who has compiled all of the details, itineraries, and activities information for the perfect trip to a park filled with Puebloan ruins and Native American history.
Whether you need to know what the park’s known for or what to do while you’re there, you’ll find it here.
I only write about places I’ve been and experiences that I’ve had, so you’re getting up-to-date advice from a parent who has been there.
Mesa Verde at a glance
Covers 52,000 acres
Located in southwestern Colorado
A national park and an UNESCO World Heritage Site
Known for its more than 4500 archeological sites, some of which can be visited on ranger-led tours
Best Tours for Kids at Mesa Verde
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Ranger-Led Cliff House Visit and History Tour
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GuideAlong Driving Tour of Mesa Verde National Park
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Wild West Ghost Tour of Mesa Verde + Cortez, CO
Helpful Resources
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