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Far View Sites, Mesa Verde National Park

4.8
#6 of 7 in Historic Sites in Mesa Verde National Park
Ruin · Hidden Gem · Historic Walking Area
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  • By Cynthia K
    This was the last thing we did before leaving the park. This site has a more intimate feel to it. You're definitely closer to the ruins, though you're still not supposed to go in. There's a short.....  more »
  • By NatParkHikerJess
    While several things are closed summer 2020 due to COVID and also severe fire risk, Far View Sites are open and you should definitely go visit them. If you are heading toward them from Far View...  more »
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  • By Kevin K
    Done an amazing job restoring and protecting these dwellings
  • By Mark Perschel
    Nice presentation of the Far View Community. The snow added to the experience of wondering what life was like back when the homes were occupied...
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