Mesa Verde National Park Map
Interactive map of Mesa Verde National Park with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.
Summary
Mesa Verde National Park is a national park in Colorado. Mesa Verde National Park is a US national park known for Ancestral Puebloan cliff dwellings.
Right now it is 70°F (21°C) in Mesa Verde National Park with overcast. It feels like 64°F. Today runs from 60°F to 81°F. Chance of precipitation is 6%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.3/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Mesa Verde National Park is May, June, July, August and September. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 84°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 15°F.
The closest major airport is Denver International Airport (DEN), about 273 mi away. Nearby highlights include Mesa Verde (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Monument Valley, Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Canyonlands National Park.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 81°F is in line with the 81°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 12 PM to 3 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Mesa Verde National Park today at 9.3/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Mesa Verde National Park
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Coordinates: 37°13′51.2″N 108°27′42.5″W (37.2309, -108.4618)
Quick facts about Mesa Verde National Park
| Type | National park |
|---|---|
| State | Colorado |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 37°13′51.2″N 108°27′42.5″W (37.2309, -108.4618) |
| Established | 1906 |
| Known for | Ancestral Puebloan cliff dwellings |
| Local time | 7:08 AM (UTC-06:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Continental |
Neighboring national parks in Colorado
Sorted by distance from Mesa Verde National Park.
Getting to Mesa Verde National Park
- Denver International Airport (DEN) · 273 mi
- Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) · 310 mi
- Moab · 110 mi · roughly 2.5 h driving
- Aspen · 162 mi · roughly 3.7 h driving
- Santa Fe · 176 mi · roughly 4.1 h driving
- Albuquerque · 179 mi · roughly 4.1 h driving
- Sedona · 246 mi · roughly 5.7 h driving
Distances are straight-line; driving times assume a 70 km/h average and no traffic.
Airports near Mesa Verde National Park
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denver International Airport | DEN | 273 mi | Denver |
| Salt Lake City International Airport | SLC | 310 mi | Salt Lake City |
Things to do in Mesa Verde National Park
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Mesa Verde National Park.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Mesa Verde National Park?
Mesa Verde National Park is a national park in Colorado. Its coordinates are 37.2309, -108.4618. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Mesa Verde National Park right now?
It is currently 70°F (21°C) with overcast. Humidity is 36% and wind is 9 mph.
When is the best time to visit Mesa Verde National Park?
May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Mesa Verde National Park, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Mesa Verde National Park in?
Mesa Verde National Park observes America/Denver (UTC-06:00). The local time is 7:08 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Mesa Verde National Park?
The closest airports are Denver International Airport (DEN), 273 mi away and Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), 310 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Mesa Verde National Park?
Popular options include Mesa Verde (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Monument Valley, Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, Canyonlands National Park, Dead Horse Point State Park and Arches National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (national-parks) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 7:08 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
