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Mesa Verde National Park has been voted Top Monument by Condé Nast Traveler

Top 15 Things to Do
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Festivals & Special Events

Native American culture, diverse music and art, balloon launches, birdwatching, beer gardens, wine tasting, southwestern cuisine: Mesa Verde Country® has an event sure to entertain, educate and amaze you!
Overview of Festivals & Special Events in Mesa Verde Country®

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Mesa Verde Country® podcast (9 min.)

Southwest Colorado's towns of Cortez, Dolores, Mancos and Towaoc embrace the archaeological center of America, anchored by world-renowned Mesa Verde National Park. Just a short drive from the Four Corners Monument, Arches, and Monument Valley, Mesa Verde Country® is centrally located on two National Scenic Byways—The San Juan Skyway and Trail of the Ancients. Whether your passion is exploring the past, enjoying spectacular wide open vistas, or hiking rugged canyon or mountain trails, you're guaranteed the vacation of a lifetime in Mesa Verde Country®.

Mesa Verde Country®
Featured Event

UTE MOUNTAIN/MESA VERDE
BIRDING FESTIVAL
May 12-16, 2010

A variety of tours, lectures and learning opportunities for every bird enthusiast. Keynote speaker this year is Brian "Fox" Ellis, storyteller, author and educator. In the persona of John James Audubon, Ellis brings history, ecology, art and literature to life in an entertaining program celebrating Audubon's life work!