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 27 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.
Ahh spring, sometimes snow, smaller crowds, thawing trails, ranger tours and programs begin in May. Click to start your spring planning.
Planning a summer visit? Discover what the season offers and ways to explore the rich culture and nature of the park.
Information on the park entrance fee, Mesa Verde Annual Pass, and America the Beautiful passes. Learn how to purchase online!
Fire, weather, construction, and emergencies can change conditions around the park at any time. Click this link for closures and more.
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.
To enter all cliff dwellings you must have a reservation on a ranger-led tour. Learn when tours are offered and how to make a reservation.
Operating hours and activities change seasonally. Find out what is available when you visit in winter, spring, summer, or fall.
Watch the official Mesa Verde National Park film, which shows daily at the Mesa Verde Museum.
Last updated: April 25, 2025
