This trekking route in Mesa Verde National Park is popular with fellow travelers, so be sure to put it on your schedule. However, your day doesn't end there. There are plenty more attractions ready for you to appreciate after Prater Ridge Trail. Mesa Verde National Park Entrance, Knife Edge Trail, and Wetherill Mesa are not far away.
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DoubleTree by Hilton Durango
Historic Downtown Durango
Price was $971, price is now $769 per person
$769
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May 24 - May 28
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Charlotte (CLT) to Durango (DRO)
9/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
Great location in Durango nice clean room. Gym is great for workout.
Only issue was my breakfast didn’t get what I ordered. Staff is nice and helpful
Reviewed on Apr 1, 2026

The Wyman Hotel
Price was $1,711, price is now $1,326 per person
$1,326
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May 20 - May 26
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Dallas (DFW) to Durango (DRO)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (53 reviews)
Clean and had easy access to EV chargers. Would be better with a tv in the room. But we knew ahead of time there wasn't one.
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026

Club Wyndham Durango
Historic Downtown Durango
Price was $1,281, price is now $1,008 per person
$1,008
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Jun 7 - Jun 12
found 5 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Houston (HOU) to Durango (DRO)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (529 reviews)
Very friendly staff! We got back to our room in the evening on Valentines Day to find a very cute goodie bag outside our room for our Daughter with snacks, candy, and little toys from the Hotel staff. We really appreciated the kind gesture. The hot tubs work great and sit on the 4th floor with a nice Mtn.view. They sell Starbucks coffee and although it's from a machine the Chai Latte tasted no different than buying it from Starbucks itself. We loved our stay. We will be back!
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026
Popular places to visit

Knife Edge Trail
Covering a section of the original access road into Mesa Verde National Park, this short yet scenic trail features wonderful views of the surrounding valley.

Point Lookout Trail
Featuring majestic views of the Montezuma and Mancos valleys and surrounding Colorado countryside, this path is one of the most scenic in Mesa Verde National Park.

Mesa Verde National Park Entrance
Explore the great outdoors at Mesa Verde National Park Entrance, a lovely green space in Mancos. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Park Point
Gaze at geological formations spread across four states and see a historic fire lookout at this panoramic place, the highest point in Mesa Verde National Park.

Mesa Verde Visitor and Research Center
Make this striking, LEED-certified visitor center your first stop when visiting Mesa Verde National Park. Pick up tour tickets and learn about the region.

Wetherill Mesa
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Wetherill Mesa during your travels in Mesa Verde National Park. Amble around this family-friendly area's scenic parks and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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Far View Lodge
Mile Marker 15, inside Mesa Verde National Park CO

Cozy Swiss chalet with dazzling views 10 minutes from Mesa Verde National Park.
Mancos CO

Retro Inn at Mesa Verde
2040 East Main Street Cortez CO

Baymont by Wyndham Cortez
2279 Hawkins Cortez CO

Days Inn by Wyndham Cortez
430 N State Hwy 145 Cortez CO

Hampton Inn Mesa Verde/Cortez
2244 E Hawkins St Cortez CO

Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG
2121 E Main St Cortez CO

Mancos Inn
200 West Grand Ave Mancos CO

Econo Lodge Cortez near Mesa Verde
2020 E Main St Cortez CO
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