Mesa Verde Sunrise Tours
Overview
Watch the sunrise over the iconic Mesa Verde plateau in Hawkins Nature Preserve as you sip coffee at the canyon edge & learn about the history of southwest Colorado.
Our walk is an easy 2-mile walk over sometimes uneven terrain. Afterward, guests can come back to explore the area on their own! Dogs are welcome, please ask before you bring Fido! As we walk through the preserve you will see & learn about the unique geology & ecology of southwest Colorado.
We will stop at the canyon's edge to watch the sunrise over the La Plata mountains & Mesa Verde NP. A sunrise hike isn't complete without a treat, so I will make sure to bring your choice of coffee, tea or hot chocolate & a locally baked goodie! After the sun rises we will continue our walk through pinyon-juniper woodlands, stopping along the path to learn about various flora & fauna. We will also stop at a 1, 000+-year-old ruin and discuss the lives & culture of the people that built Mesa Verde.
Our walk is an easy 2-mile walk over sometimes uneven terrain. Afterward, guests can come back to explore the area on their own! Dogs are welcome, please ask before you bring Fido! As we walk through the preserve you will see & learn about the unique geology & ecology of southwest Colorado.
We will stop at the canyon's edge to watch the sunrise over the La Plata mountains & Mesa Verde NP. A sunrise hike isn't complete without a treat, so I will make sure to bring your choice of coffee, tea or hot chocolate & a locally baked goodie! After the sun rises we will continue our walk through pinyon-juniper woodlands, stopping along the path to learn about various flora & fauna. We will also stop at a 1, 000+-year-old ruin and discuss the lives & culture of the people that built Mesa Verde.
Inclusions
- Coffee and/or Tea - Coffe, Tea or Hot Chocolate! (Please let us know your preference before your tour.) Coffee is locally roasted from Fahrenheit Coffee in Mancos, CO.
- Snacks - Locally sourced pastries! Please let us know any dietary restrictions and/or allergies in your group. We will do the best to accommodate your needs!
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Hawkins Preserve, 1490 S Cedar Street, Cortez, CO 81321
Hawkins Nature Preserve is a 122-acre preserve on the southern edge of Cortez. Access is FREE & open to the public, but it can be difficult to find the perfect sunrise watching spot if you've never been. After our tour, it's easy to come back to explore the area by yourself. Hawkins is a popular dog-walking area, but please check in with me before your bring your friend! **This tour is NOT in Mesa Verde NP, but has great views of the plateau.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Hawkins Preserve, 1490 S Cedar Street, Cortez, CO 81321
Hawkins Nature Preserve is a 122-acre preserve on the southern edge of Cortez. Access is FREE & open to the public, but it can be difficult to find the perfect sunrise watching spot if you've never been. After our tour, it's easy to come back to explore the area by yourself. Hawkins is a popular dog-walking area, but please check in with me before your bring your friend! **This tour is NOT in Mesa Verde NP, but has great views of the plateau.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- There is a wheelchair accessible trail. We will not be able to see all of the tour, but accommodations are possible.
- We will be outside for the tour, so masks are not required.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Lisa1098
April 2023
Communication before hand was very through and timely. Easy location to meet. Beautiful place and well worth the early morning! Helen was very knowledgeable and friendly. Provided good coffee with condiments and a pastry treat. I easily recommend this hike!!
Communication before hand was very through and timely. Easy location to meet. Beautiful place and well worth the early morning! Helen was very knowledgeable and friendly. Provided good coffee with condiments and a pastry treat. I easily recommend this hike!!