Far View Sites is the perfect place to begin exploring Mesa Verde National Park. This trekking route comes recommended by fellow travelers, but it isn't the only spot to see here. Allow time for other sights like Cliff Palace, Balcony House, and Spruce Tree House to fully appreciate what's on offer in the area.
Far View Sites Tours





Visit Far View Sites
Plan a trip to see Far View Sites
Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices.

Leland House Suites of Durango
Historic Downtown Durango
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $878, price is now $533 per person
$533
per person
Jan 27 - Jan 31
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Dallas (DFW) to Durango (DRO)
19.2/10 Exceptional! (93 reviews)
Impeccable service and accommodations. Beautifully updated historical architecture at the quaint hotel and adjacent, co-owned (locally) cafe. Very conveniently located. Everyone was so kind, helpful, and welcoming. We loved it!
Reviewed on Nov 24, 2025

New San Juan 303 by Avantstay Modern Penthouse w/ Deck Overlooking Main Street
Telluride Historic District
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $3,614, price is now $2,374 per person
$2,374
per person
Jan 27 - Jan 31
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Dallas (DFW) to Durango (DRO)
20/10 Exceptional! (1 review)

Owl Meadows 24 by Avantstay Walking Distance to Town & Slopes!
Telluride Historic District
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $5,355, price is now $3,578 per person
$3,578
per person
Feb 11 - Feb 16
found 23 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Atlanta (ATL) to Durango (DRO)
16/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Popular places to visit

Step House Trail
4.5/5(60 reviews)
This short and steep path leads to a special cliff dwelling in Mesa Verde National Park that can be viewed as part of a free self-guided tour.

Long House
5/5(77 reviews)
Considered to be Mesa Verde National Park’s second-largest cliff dwelling, this ancient structure is part of a very rewarding guided tour.

Park Point
5/5(24 reviews)
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.

Chapin Mesa Archeological Museum
4.5/5(47 reviews)
This fascinating museum depicts the life of the Ancestral Puebloan people through the use of intricate dioramas and prehistoric artifacts.

Petroglyph Point Trail
4.5/5(25 reviews)
Get a close-up view of ruins and fascinating native rock art on this hiking path, as you learn about the cultural treasures of Mesa Verde National Park.

Spruce Tree House
4.5/5(95 reviews)
If you have time to see only one of Mesa Verde National Park’s cliff dwellings, make it this beautifully preserved site, visible from the museum.
Best Lodging Options Near Far View Sites
Check availability on hotels close to Far View Sites

Far View Lodge
Mile Marker 15, inside Mesa Verde National Park CO

Baymont by Wyndham Cortez
2279 Hawkins Cortez CO

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

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

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

Retro Inn at Mesa Verde
2040 East Main Street Cortez CO

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

Super 8 by Wyndham Cortez/Mesa Verde Area
505 E Main St Cortez CO

Quality Inn near Mesa Verde
1120 East Main, Building A Cortez CO
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Explore a world of travel with Expedia
- Hotels near Wetherill Mesa
- Mesa Verde National Park Hotels
- Cabin Rentals in Mesa Verde National Park
- Pet-friendly Hotels in Mesa Verde National Park
- RV Parks in Mesa Verde National Park
- Family Hotels in Mesa Verde National Park
- Luxury Hotels in Mesa Verde National Park
- Cheap Hotels in Mesa Verde National Park
- Hotels with an Outdoor Pool in Mesa Verde National Park
- Hilton Hotels in Mesa Verde National Park
- Apartments in Mesa Verde National Park
- Resorts in Mesa Verde National Park
- Romantic Hotels in Mesa Verde National Park
- B&B in Mesa Verde National Park
- 5 Star Hotels in Mesa Verde National Park
- Historic Hotels in Mesa Verde National Park
- Motels in Mesa Verde National Park
- 4 Star Hotels in Mesa Verde National Park
- Hotels with a Pool in Mesa Verde National Park
- Casino Hotels in Mesa Verde National Park
- All-inclusive Resorts in Mesa Verde National Park
- Cottages in Mesa Verde National Park
- Hotels with Restaurants in Mesa Verde National Park
- Vacation Homes in Mesa Verde National Park
- Hotels with Bars in Mesa Verde National Park
- Hostels in Mesa Verde National Park
- Houseboats in Mesa Verde National Park
- Boutique Hotels in Mesa Verde National Park
- Hotels with Air Conditioning in Mesa Verde National Park
- Resorts & Hotels with Spas in Mesa Verde National Park
- Lodges in Mesa Verde National Park
- Hotels near Farming Terrace Trail
- Hotels near Step House Trail
- Hotels near Long House
- Hotels near Chapin Mesa
- Hotels near Park Point
- Hotels near Chapin Mesa Archeological Museum
- Hotels near Petroglyph Point Trail
- Hotels near Spruce Tree House
- Hotels near Cliff Palace
- Hotels near Soda Canyon Overlook Trail
- Hotels near Balcony House
- Hotels near Prater Ridge Trail
- Hotels near Cliff Canyon
- Hotels near Knife Edge Trail
- Cortez Hotels
- Hotels near Mesa Verde National Park Entrance
- Hotels near Farming Terraces
- Flights to Mesa Verde National Park
- Flights from Mesa Verde National Park
- Flights from Denver (DEN) to Cortez (CEZ)
- Flights from Phoenix (PHX) to Cortez (CEZ)
- Flights from Durango (DRO) to Cortez (CEZ)
- Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Cortez (CEZ)
- Flights from Albuquerque (ABQ) to Cortez (CEZ)
- Flights from Las Vegas (LAS) to Cortez (CEZ)
- Flights from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Cortez (CEZ)
- Flights from Colorado Springs (COS) to Cortez (CEZ)
- Flights from Dallas (DFW) to Cortez (CEZ)
- Flights from Ontario (ONT) to Cortez (CEZ)
- Flights from Grand Junction (GJT) to Cortez (CEZ)
- Flights from Seattle (SEA) to Cortez (CEZ)
- Flights from Houston (IAH) to Cortez (CEZ)
- Flights from Portland (PDX) to Cortez (CEZ)
- Flights from Tucson (TUS) to Cortez (CEZ)
- Flights from Tijuana (TIJ) to Cortez (CEZ)
- Flights from New York (JFK) to Cortez (CEZ)
- Flights from San Diego (SAN) to Cortez (CEZ)
- Flights from Montrose (MTJ) to Cortez (CEZ)
- Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Cortez (CEZ)
- Wetherill Mesa
- Mesa Verde National Park Vacations
- Farming Terrace Trail
- Visit Mesa Verde National Park
- Long House
- Step House Trail
- Park Point
- Chapin Mesa Archeological Museum
- Petroglyph Point Trail
- Spruce Canyon Trail
- Spruce Tree House
- Cliff Palace
- Soda Canyon Overlook Trail
- Balcony House
- Prater Ridge Trail
- Cliff Canyon
- Knife Edge Trail
- Point Lookout Trail
- Farming Terraces
- Mesa Verde National Park Entrance
- Colorado Welcome Center at Cortez
- Mesa Verde Visitor and Research Center
