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Mesa Verde National Park

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Trails: 10 km (6 miles) of ungroomed trails passes near the ruins of Anasazi cliff dwellings along Cliff Palace Loop Road. Another 8 km are nearby at Tamarron Resort. Snowfall is generally insufficient except for a few days after major storms.
Trail fees: Park entry fee $10/vehicle/week (2005)
Tel: 970-529-4465
Snow report:
Nearest town: Mesa Verde, CO
Web site: Mesa Verde NP
Trail map: Available at the park
Equipment rentals: No
Ski lessons: No
Other winter activities: Snowshoeing
Facilities: Visitor center
Lodging on site:
Lodging nearby: Cortez has a few choices of inns, hotels and other accommodations
Location of trails: The park is about 10 miles east of Cortez then south on access road.
Tourism info: Mesa Verde Country VB
Weather forecast: Mancos
Map of local region: Mesa Verde area

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