The best way to wake up in Colorado!

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What to Expect

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes - 2 hours

Length: 2 mile walk with stops, no options for sitting

Price: $28 adult, $20 child

Time: Sunrise, tour start times vary between 5:30 AM - 7 AM

Tour Schedule:

• Year Round
• May - August: Daily
• Sept - April: Saturday & Sunday
• Additional tours by request

Meeting Location: Hawkins Nature Preserve, 1490 South Cedar Street, Cortez, Colorado

• Tour is NOT in Mesa Verde National Park

Ending Location: Same as meeting location

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What You'll Do

• Walk approximately 2 miles
• Picturesque views of Mesa Verde National Park, the La Plata Mountains & McElmo Canyon
• Watch the sun rise
• Enjoy local coffee, tea and pastry at sunrise
• Learn about ancient peoples & culture
• Learn about plants, mountain ranges & geology
• See a 1,200 year old Puebloan dwelling
• Learn some of the history of the Ancient Pueblo people
• Learn local folklore & the history of Cortez

##FAQs

• Can I bring my dog? YES! Please let us know if you would like to take your dog on our tour ahead of time so we may alert other guests!

• What if it rains? Hawkins Preserve is beautiful even in the rain, tours will not be canceled due to weather. In extreme cases with lightning or excessive storms, tours will be cancelled and refunded.

• Where can I park my car? There is a large parking lot at the trailhead.

• What age is appropriate for this tour? All ages are welcome on the tour.

• Is this wheel chair accessible? We can modify the tour for wheel chair & limited mobility. Please contact us to request a specialized tour.

• What time does the tour start? Start times vary with the sunrise. In general, tours start 30 minutes before the scheduled sunrise. In the summer (May-August) tours usually start around 5:30 AM.

##More Information

• This tour is NOT located inside Mesa Verde National Park.
• Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
• Tours run RAIN or SHINE. Bring appropriate clothing!
• Dog Owners: You are welcome to bring your dog, however, please let us know ahead of time to alert other guests and make sure to bring a leash!
• Guests are encouraged to ask questions along the way. As a Cortez local, I know a lot of history/folklore of the area and am passionate about sharing this special place with others!