6 days in Mesa Verde National Park Itinerary

Whereas most national parks are primarily devoted to showcasing unique and special landscapes, Mesa Verde National Park focuses on ancient human habitation.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Mesa Verde National Park: Four Corners Monument (in Teec Nos Pos) and Shiprock Rock Formation (in Shiprock). Spend the 31st (Sat) exploring nature at Mesa Verde National Park. Next up on the itinerary: contemplate the long history of Balcony House, hike along Spruce Canyon Trail, explore the ancient world of Cliff Palace, and see the interesting displays at Chapin Mesa Archeological Museum.

To see other places to visit, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our Mesa Verde National Park itinerary planner.

San Ramon to Mesa Verde National Park is an approximately 8.5-hour combination of car and flight. You can also drive. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from San Ramon to Mesa Verde National Park due to the time zone difference. Traveling from San Ramon in October, expect Mesa Verde National Park to be a bit cooler, temps between 69°F and 34°F. You'll have a few hours on the 3rd (Tue) to wrap things up before traveling home.