Cortez Sunrise Guided Walking Tour
Watch sunrise views and uncover Puebloan history on a guided Cortez walk
From$47/ personincl. taxes and fees
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
Know before you go
- 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.
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
Experience provided by Cortez Tours
Experience provided by Cortez Tours
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