The 116-mile Trail of the Ancients, America’s only National Scenic Byway dedicated solely to archaeology, is a byway full of archaeology and culture in the heart of the Colorado Plateau. With access to countless examples of Ancestral Puebloan culture, stunning...
Mesa Verde National Park, Canyons of the Ancients, and Hovenweep are affected by the U.S. government shutdown. While certain areas remain accessible, some facilities and services are limited or unavailable. Learn more →