Luminarias light Spruce Tree House, an ancient dwelling of the Anasazi people and the third largest cliff dwelling in Colorado's Mesa Verde National Park. From Cortez, take US 160 east for eight ...

Mesa Verde National ... experience the park at your own pace, plus stargazing is spectacular. Mesa Verde is a designated ...

Seeking greater protection of the ruins, they asked the government to make Mesa Verde a national park. Their request was denied. News of the Wetherills' discoveries at Mesa Verde attracted an ...

Mesa Verde National ... meal in the park. Mesa Verde was certified as the 100th International Dark Sky Park in 2021. The archeological sites, trails, and backcountry are closed at night to protect ...