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The Top 20 Attractions in Montezuma County

There are plenty of places to see and visit in Montezuma County. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Montezuma County is a region where 20

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: November 20, 2025

Mesa Verde National Park

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Mesa Verde is unlike every other national park in the US. Most of the other parks you enjoy with stunning natural monuments and a scenic backcountry. Mesa Verde was established …

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Petroglyph Panel

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On the walls of the canyon you can find loads of Petroglyphs, carved into the rock by the ancient inhabitants of Mesa Verde.

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Cliff Palace View & Loop Trail

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Perfect photo spot for the Cliff Palace from the Cliff Palace Loop. The palace consists of at least 150 rooms and was home for around 100 people. One assumes that …

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Soda Canyon Overlook Trail

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Beautiful trail with stunning views over the canyon and Balcony's House

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Point Lookout

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Point Lookout is a well-known formation that towers above the entrance to Mesa Verde National Park. The moderately challenging Point Lookout Trail takes hikers to the viewpoint, which gives superb views of the San Juan and La Plata Mountains.

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View of Balcony House

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On the middle of the three viewpoints there is a telescope with which you can look into the Balcony House. In winter, access to Balcony House is closed.

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Rock Formations by the Trail

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Magnificent little passage under a rock which we really wonder how it holds up, it seems to defy the laws of gravity!

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View from Point Lookout Trail

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The Point Lookout Trail is one of your first hiking options once you pull into Mesa Verde National Park. The trail heads up a pretty steep hillside, but it's not …

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Saddlehorn Pueblo

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Of the many cliff dwellings and ruins that can be found at Canyons of The Ancients National Monument, the Saddlehorn Pueblo is one of the most picturesque. It features some …

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Balcony House (Guided Tour Access Only)

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The Balcony House Tour in Mesa Verde National Park is a one-hour, ranger-guided experience that provides a chance to learn about a mid-sized cliff dwelling with 38 rooms and two …

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