A must see National Park in southwest Colarado - home to the Anasazi tribe.
A historic park that boasts of spectacular cliff dwellings. Here are some photographs of the 'Cliff Palace"taken during the walking tour in 2009.
Original Photo Credits: Adrish (please do not reproduce)
I fancy history and so driving to Mesa Verde more than once from the Bay Area was something I wasn't surprised I was doing. During our first trip in 2007, we were fortunate to have found a reservation inside the park at FarView Lodge. The food at the restaurant was outstanding and to date we remember the "game of day" entree that we had ordered. This place is on the pricier side but given its location that would be reasonably acceptable to most tourists.
During our first trip we realized that from the entrance gate, the tourist center is a good ~25 mile uphill drive and takes about an hour to navigate through the winding roads. So remember if you are planning to get there in the evening, try to make it before dark!
Our other two stays have been at the Budget Inn Hotel (with full kitchen) in Cortez, about 10 miles west of the park entrance. We absolutely loved this place and so did our parents who were able to unwind here with some home made food.
Despite the multiple trips to Mesa Verde I have never had enough time to do the Balcony House - that remains on my 'to do' list even today! So if you are planning on seeing everything that the park offers keep 3-4 days in hand.
Mesa Verde is 2 hours drive from the Arches National Park and if you are planning a holiday in Moab, Utah keep this place in mind. Mesa Verde is worth every minute of your trip!!
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| Panoramic View of Cliff Palace Mesa Verde |
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| Cliff Palace upclose |
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| Testament to the life of the Anasazis |
I fancy history and so driving to Mesa Verde more than once from the Bay Area was something I wasn't surprised I was doing. During our first trip in 2007, we were fortunate to have found a reservation inside the park at FarView Lodge. The food at the restaurant was outstanding and to date we remember the "game of day" entree that we had ordered. This place is on the pricier side but given its location that would be reasonably acceptable to most tourists.
During our first trip we realized that from the entrance gate, the tourist center is a good ~25 mile uphill drive and takes about an hour to navigate through the winding roads. So remember if you are planning to get there in the evening, try to make it before dark!
Our other two stays have been at the Budget Inn Hotel (with full kitchen) in Cortez, about 10 miles west of the park entrance. We absolutely loved this place and so did our parents who were able to unwind here with some home made food.
Despite the multiple trips to Mesa Verde I have never had enough time to do the Balcony House - that remains on my 'to do' list even today! So if you are planning on seeing everything that the park offers keep 3-4 days in hand.
Mesa Verde is 2 hours drive from the Arches National Park and if you are planning a holiday in Moab, Utah keep this place in mind. Mesa Verde is worth every minute of your trip!!
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