Experts' Choice Award Cliff Palace
5 expert reviews
Fodor's "There's little on offer here, just chips, soft drinks, and concessions served on picnic tables under an awning, but it's the only choice on Wetherill Mesa." Full review
Fodor's "This was the first major Mesa Verde dwelling seen by cowboys Charlie Mason and Richard Wetherill in 1888. It is also the largest, containing about 150 rooms and 23 kivas on three levels." Full review
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Purchase tickets at the Visitor and Research Center, Morefield Ranger Station, and at the Colorado Welcome Center in Cortez.
Fodor's "Children ages 4 through 12 can earn a certificate and badge for successfully completing at least three activities in the park's Junior Ranger booklet (available at the park or online)." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"The tour retraces the steps taken by the Ancestral Puebloans – visitors must climb down a stone stairway and four 10ft ladders...with 217 rooms and 23 kivas, provided shelter for 250 to 300 people." Full review
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Reserve in person. They allow up to two days advance purchase.
Fodor's "There are several wooden tables under shade trees, plus restrooms, but no running water. The area is wheelchair accessible, although the nearby Cliff Palace dwellings are not." Full review
