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Entrance
$35
No permit needed
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⭐ Highlights
→Cliff Palace — largest cliff dwelling in North America
→Balcony House — ladders and crawlways
→Chapin Mesa Archeological Museum
→Wetherill Mesa — less-crowded Long House
⚠ Before you go
!Cliff Palace and Balcony House require ranger-led tickets
!High altitude (7,000–8,500 ft) — pace yourself
!Steep cliff trails — acrophobia not recommended
When to visit
Mesa Verde by Season
Spring (Apr–May)
Some tours limited.
Summer (Jun–Sep)
All tours available. Book early.
Fall (Oct)
Fewer crowds.
Winter (Nov–Mar)
Some tours closed. Road may ice.