Cortez Sunrise Guided Walking Tour
Watch sunrise views and uncover Puebloan history on a guided Cortez walk
Duration
1.5–2 hrs
Includes
Guided walk, coffee/tea, pastry
Highlights
Watch the day begin over Mesa Verde National Park, the La Plata Mountains, and McElmo Canyon. Explore local history, geology, and a Puebloan dwelling on a guided morning walk.
- Watch the sunrise over Mesa Verde National Park and surrounding landscapes
- Explore a 1,200-year-old Puebloan dwelling
- Learn about Ancient Pueblo people, native plants, geology, and Cortez folklore
- Take in views of the La Plata Mountains and McElmo Canyon
What's Included
- Local coffee or tea
- Pastry
- Guided interpretation
Important details
- Children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
- Requires walking about 2 miles on uneven trails
- Expect no seating along the route
- Dogs are welcome and must remain leashed at all times
- Tour takes place outside Mesa Verde National Park
- Start times vary with sunrise, generally about 30 minutes before sunrise
- Sunrise visibility depends on weather conditions
Cancellation Policy
Tours run rain or shine. Rescheduling may be available in burdensome Colorado weather.
Product ID: Y397CY
FAQs
Bring comfortable walking shoes, a water bottle, and weather-appropriate layers. Predawn temperatures can be chilly, even in summer. Bring a folding chair if you need to sit during the tour.
Specialized tour modifications are available for wheelchair users and travelers with limited mobility.
Well-behaved dogs are welcome on the walk. Advance notice is required, and dogs must remain leashed at all times.
Meeting details
Hawkins Preserve, 1490 South Cedar Street, Cortez, Colorado
