Nice and quiet but do don’t bring your outside pets to this location. Tons of stickers everywhere. Also, not a very good spot for big rigs. But we felt safe and the stars are beautiful. No highway noise.

The Petrified Forest was closed due to Federal shutdown. However the gift shop was open. They have lots of wonderful things and the prices are reasonable compared to some shops we visited. Very nice displays of private collections. See photos, clock is amazing. One of my favorite piece I have seen.

What a great gift shop. They have everything that you would need from large expensive pieces to small, not expensive pieces.

This is a quaint shop as you enter the park! I appreciated the diverse deals around the store. I was able to purchase a geode bookend set at 50% off for my younger sister, which I'm sure she'll love! My only complaint was that there was a series of nails sticking out of a shelf around thigh-level, resulting in a small tear of my favorite pants 😩.

They’ve got all the usual stuff (hats, shirts, stickers, magnets, mugs, etc) but this place has TONs of petrified wood, and ICE COLD BEER! Plus, overnight camping in their parking lot.

Thank goodness they were open. The museum that we drove to see closed up early. The gift shop has the same items. It was wonderful. I bought souvenirs to take home. Thank you for being there!

This was a fun shop to poke around in after leaving the Petrified Forest. There are tons of things in there ranging from different types of petrified wood (claiming to be collected from legal sites not within the PF) to fossils to minerals and to even some Native American souvenirs. We felt that lots of stuff in here was overpriced, especially the petrified wood and fossils, but the minerals and Native American souvenirs were decently priced for the most part. We did buy a few small things for future Christmas gifts, and the shop owner was nice. We especially liked the goofy setup outside with the cars trying to haul off giant chunks of petrified wood.

First to find this I believe. 😃

Really cool rock(s) with hieroglyphics

It's an overlook, you have to use the binocular stand (forgot what it's called) to look at them, but it's pretty cool and the views overall are wonderful

There are a handful of places where I have been that magically transports you through time, and Newspaper Rock is one of them. It is almost the ones who created the petroglyphs just stepped away. I also learned that a petroglyph is an image carved, incised or scratched into stone. A pictograph is a painting on stone, using natural pigments. Utah has both of these. Definitely worth a visit to see these detailed historical artwork left so many years ago. Please do not add your own artwork, graffiti is a constant threat to this monument!

I went to this place when I was 11 years old. I remember being in awe of what I was looking at...and learning that they're thousands of years old, and their creators are unknown. You wonder what all those petroglyphs meant to who created them..if you're in the Petrified forest area..it's worth the stop.

they have telescopes

Bring your binocular.

If you are going to do one hike in park do this one. Especially if you have never had chance to visit badlands national park. Mini version of badlands. Also cool to see if you can’t make the hike worth driving down this loop road just to get out and see at overlook.

Blue Mesa is well worth the short drive/detour off the main road through Painted Desert, and the short hike around the well paved trail an absolutely fabulous way to spend 30-45 minutes. The colours of the mesas are subtle but beautiful, and the area strewn with lovely petrified wood. Overall, one of the highlights of the Painted Desert.

It's a short but occasionally strenuous trek through the gouged-out beauty of the Blue Mesa. Which actually isn't all that blue. The dominant hues are white, gray, red and brown, with a little blue mixed in here and there. The sides of the mesa seem to be melting away, creating canyons and enormous piles of stoney soil. The tableau you see looks like a snapshot of scoops of ice cream melting.

Amazing nature. Ever see this before 😍😍

Nice easy walk down below. I expected it to be more blue, but it wasn't even its in the name.. You get to see some petrified wood around the area too upclose.

Blue Mesa has become my favourite place we've visitied in a road trip in the US, amazing and magical place. Breathtaking colors, couldn't get enough of it!

Amazing blue mesa.

Great stopping point in the planted desert / petrified forest. The in has art, history, maps, small Cafe, gift shop, and paths to beautiful vista's. It is very clean, well staffed and beautifully kept. Good as a cool place to stop to get out of the sun for a break. Plenty of parking, and photogenic views all the way around. Don't miss looking up in the gift shop. The ceiling is glass panels of native designs. Stunning.

Very unique inn built of petrified wood with a layer removed near the doors that shows the exposed petrified wood frame. Fascinating piece of history. Really enjoyed this stop and the view

Gorgeous views from overlook areas. Nice gift shop with viewing windows from inside. Ice cream counter for snacks. Ranger talks available. Nice park!

Loved how the inn is put together - from the wood beams to the decorative lamps and ceiling tiles. The views from the overlook are grand as well.

This is a nice historical stop from the 1930s. The national park passport station is inside along with a snack bar down stairs. Clean bathrooms and a few tables around back. There's a short trail outback that goes to a scenic overlook you don't want to miss.

This was a very nice historical place, the gift shop is Native American made jewelry all done by the sweet elderly woman. I had a great conversation and bought some of the beautiful wares she was selling for a respectable price.

The historic inn is well-kept and has furnishings from its early days. There is a gift shop and snack shop here, as well as restrooms. The views of the park at the back of the inn were spectacular. It is worth a stop.

A lovely little museum on the Navajo reservation. Doesn't have the displays of large, well-established museums, but does a nice job, lovely building, helpful staff, and a beautiful setting near Window Rock. A worthwhile visit!

Absolutely amazing place to learn the history of the Navajo Nation. I even got to meet Miss Navajo Nation. The zoo right next door is a pretty good little zoo with an eagle sanctuary. There is no fee for entry.

Interesting history of the 'Long Walk'. Great displays of art & code talker instruments. It's a Harvest Host so you can glamp 1 night.

Beautiful art. A great introduction to the navajo culture from different perspectives. Visited when they had the Navajo Treaty.

Worth the stop! Great exhibits and ample parking, even for our big rig. The gift shop should sell handmade navajo crafts, though. Something more than socks, tees and books.

This was a sobering visit. The main exhibit was aboit the forced heard reduction, when the US Government forced the sheep hearders to thin their flocks, sometimes just killing the sheep outright. It was a hard exhibit to walk through, but a must see. If our current president had any sway here, this exhibit would be closed. Fortunately, he does not. These stories must be told.

He museam is nice. Don't forget to check out the Navajo Nation Museam Trail (Navajo Code Talker Trail) which starts just outside the museam. The 2 mile out and back hike takes you to another trail that goes to the hole in the rock.

A lovely museum in a beautiful setting! Easy parking and handicap accessible. Nice displays of Navajo culture and history. The trip there, passing by mesas and inspiring rock formations, is alone worth the trip. Only two miles from famous "window rock."

No flags on Memorial Day!! Not even an open restroom. Our ancestors, Navajo warriors deserve better on such an auspicious day. Shame on you.

From the moment you arrive at Window Rock Tribal Park, you’re greeted by the majestic red sandstone arch which gave the Navajo Nation capital its name. The dramatic natural formation makes for beautiful photos and offers a meaningful backdrop. At the base of the rock, the statue of a Navajo Code Talker, complete with his radio, stands as a powerful centerpiece.

Such a beautiful memorial in the most amazing setting. We were surprised how emotional we became reading the plaques and history of the Navajo Code Talkers. It’s just an incredible place to honor these brave souls

If you've been to the memorial statue and museum in Gallup, I'd like to point you to a second memorial, at Window Rock Tribal Park, only about a 30 to 40 minute drive away in Window Rock Arizona, where you’ll find a brother to the 8.5 foot bronze statue here at the Cultural Center. You’ll drive through tribal buildings to a parking lot right in front of the Park. There, you can take in the views of Tseghahoodzani (Say-GAH-hoh-tsah-nee) The Window Rock. Which sits sentinel over the statue, the memorial wall, and the center memorial for the those Missing in Action. It is a beautiful park.

Window Rock is the capital of the Dine Nation. I’ve wanted to visit for many years. It was an honor to be there.

Very beautiful natural monument, and paying tribute to their Warriors.

Visited in September 2025. Nice collection of Route 66 signs.

Gallup Cultural Center Route 66 Gallup, New Mexico Most of the time, when we visit Gallup, New Mexico, we only spend the night. Usually we arrive in Gallup in the evening. During our travels we visited several places, such as the Historic El Rancho Hotel, which we have had dinner several times. During our visits, there is one place that has always peeked our interest, The Gallup Cultural Center. This trip we decided to visit before leaving the town. The Gallup Cultural Center is located in the Historic Santa Fe Depot, and the center was created in 1996 by the Southwest Indian Foundation. It was created to show the culture and history of Native American tribes near and in Gallup, New Mexico. The Cultural Center has a public square where people from the community, school children, and visitors can use it as a place for forums, lectures, and other different events. The museum is located on the second floor of this historic building. The museum was quite impressive with many historical aspects and displays of the Native American culture from this area and neighboring areas. Looking through all the past and present photos, pottery, artwork, and sculptures was a great experience, and we both learned more about the culture and arts. There is also a small theater decorated with Route 66 motif. Here at the museum, you will also find exhibits on Gallup's Route 66 history. The museum itself is beautiful and easy to walk around to look at all the beautiful exhibits and artwork. The Cultural Center also offers visitors a great place to dine, which is Angela's Cafe. Yes, the food was delicious and the service was fantastic. The center also offers a great bakery called The Juniper Bakery. The desserts were delicious, especially the Blue Corn Cookies and macaroons. We also met the owner, and she was great, and so were the other staff members. If you want a delicious lunch that is light, fresh, and flavorful, then I would definitely suggest Angela's Cafe. We had a fantastic experience at both the cafe and bakery. Every staff member we met was all friendly and informative. This shows excellent guest service to their visitors. This cultural center is a place where visitors to Gallup should visit. It's a beautiful place with a great museum, a fantastic cafe, and a wonderful bakery. We learned so much about the heritage, culture, and arts of Native Americans. I will admit we both have been fascinated by culture and history. We definitely will visit again when we are in Gallup, New Mexico.

What a great place! The former El Navaho Hotel and Santa Fe Railway Station is still a working Amtrak station but also houses a wonderful museum upstairs. We learned so much about the Gallup region! The museum is free, but donations are appreciated. Angela's Cafe, a nice place to get a sandwich for lunch, is downstairs.

Very cool little museum, friendly self guided tour with a Cafe and shop, admission is free.

We were honored to learn the history of Gallup and the Navajo culture with Terrie at the Gallup Cultural Center. Her commitment and heart were so evident. If you are in the area you must stop by; you will be inspired. We returned in the evening to watch the Zuni Dance group perform!

Very good history and walk self walk thru. There was no air conditioning, but fans worked well.

Cultural Center and museum in Gallup is free but I always suggest making donation for the museum and it's upkeep

Loved it! So neat to buy directly from a Native Anerican silversmith. To chat with him/ her, get a history on the piece, is fantastic. Plenty of food vendors, wear a hat and have sunscreen in summer.

The heart of Native artists! Beautiful art and jewelry! We had such a fun, great time! Looking forward to going again!

Best place to get Great prices on jewelery and tee shirts and blankets. When you have exploded your brain looking at prices in shops which are high, come here. Every Saturday. You will love it.

Great time. Friendly people. Great coffee and fry bread. Bought a pair of lovely earrings and some squash

Good varieties of hot foods desserts and breads. Clothes jewelry tools even potbelly pigs for sell

Good place to walk around and find items you didnt know you needed.

This was quite a happening on Saturday, including live music at one end of the parking area... A big selection of foods and things to browse, and buy. My favorite thing was that the children had a special place to hang out run by ATD Fourth World , non profit.

We stayed at the campground for one night on our way through town. What we liked: close to the interstate, easy in and out and the incredible views. I recommend getting here early and take a hike, the scenery is beautiful and it’s a nice way to stretch your legs after a day of travel. What we didn’t like: train noise all night long, a lot of garbage and debris both in the campground and surrounding area, lose dogs in the area (none aggressive but we have a small dog and that’s just not cool), one of the two bathrooms wasn’t working and one of the two dump stations wasn’t working so there seems to be some maintenance challenges here. Also noteworthy is there’s a fairly large number of resident campers on site. We had no issues but I know that’s concerning to some so I thought I’d mention it.

We give Red Rock Park five stars just for the wow factor on the hike out back. The facilities are ok, not the cleanest place we’ve stayed. But the hike - unbelievable.

Nice super in Gallup! It’s a bit dated and there were wild dogs running around but nice hikes and place to spend a few Days.

Beautiful place to camp Sites were exceptionally large We had a water and electric site.

Stopped on our way to Grand Cayon. Will be visiting nearby Petrified Forrest and Meteor Crater after the stay. Some of the site numbers were hard to find but easy to maneuver around this park. Greeted by tumbleweeds, a dirt devil, and Prarie dogs (i think I dunno they were cute and went down a hole) You can hike the nearby trailhead which offer great views, but I'll opt for rest from the long drive before other sites tomorrow.

We were there late on a Sunday afternoon. Looks like the hike would be outstanding.

Such a great place to hold events! The setting has to be one of the coolest places to be. The Red Rocks totally Rock!!!!

Overall, an interesting photo stop. Slightly expensive entrance fee(8$). I arrived in the afternoon, and waited in a 40 minute line to take a picture in the center 4 corners. I felt even one employee could have helped direct tourists. Some folks started to vocally voice their concerns aloud, as people in the front ‘took their time’. Was pleasantly surprised by the friendly local native people selling merchandise. They displayed hand painted art, magnets, postcards, stickers, and jewelry. I recommend to make this stop. There’s a few outdoor toilets around the area as well as plenty of dirt/rock parking spots. Surrounding the monument, there are a couple hiking paths.

This landmark has been on my must-see list for quite some time, and it did not disappoint. For just $8 per person, visitors can stand at the monument where four states meet and capture memorable photos. Surrounding the monument are numerous booths featuring handmade arts and crafts by local artists. Additionally, the outer rim of the monument offers several trailheads, providing a wonderful opportunity to explore each state. During our visit, we even encountered wild horses along the trail, making the experience all the more memorable.

⭐ Standing in Four States at Once! I visited the Four Corners Monument and it was such a fun and unique stop. The drive in is beautiful from any direction, and there are clear signs leading to the entrance. I bought my ticket at the gate and parked right next to the site — plenty of parking and clean public restrooms. Inside, there are many Native American (Navajo & Ute) craft stalls with souvenirs, jewelry, and local art. After that I walked straight into the monument area, where you can literally stand in four states at once — Arizona, Utah, Colorado, and New Mexico. There were other visitors but it never felt crowded. There’s a short line to take the classic photo on the exact “four states” marker, so a little patience is needed, but totally worth it. The whole area is clean, organized, and easy to explore. On the way out you can also stop by the state welcome signs for Colorado, Arizona, New Mexico, and the Navajo Nation for extra photos. A really cool and memorable experience. Highly recommended! 📸🇺🇸

We rode our motorcycles from Phoenix out to Four Corners, and it was an unforgettable trip. The ride itself was scenic with plenty of open roads, mountains, and desert views along the way. Stopping at Four Corners Monument was a fun experience—standing in four states at once is something you don’t do every day. The area has several local vendors with handmade crafts, jewelry, and souvenirs, which added to the charm. It’s definitely more of a quick stop than an all-day activity, but worth it for the unique landmark and the ride to get there. If you enjoy road trips and motorcycle rides, this is a great destination to check off the list.

Welcome to the American west. This was a long time bucket list item ✔️. My beloved uncle Richard and aunt Margaret visited decades ago. Their memories served to inspire mine. This is the only location throughout the continental USA where four states intersect at single point. It would be interesting understanding the reasons behind the state line decisions. I recall there being a PBS production discussing how various state lines came to be. Meanwhile, we drove scenic highway 160 from Durango. The sandstone terrain felt mesmerizing; this was a visual I had seen only in western films. There were shapes, dimensions, and formations carved into this unique dusty landscape covering millions of years, dare I say perhaps even a billion years. This area once comprised oceanic territory. Ours was a stunningly beautiful drive. Arriving, the four corners monument is well marked and easily located. We knew in advance there would be an $8 per person entry fee. Probably $5 per person would have been more appropriate but their price is the price. No reason to haggle, just enjoy. After parking, we noticed there were restrooms (porta-potty) available, food trucks, vendors, and the four-corners intersection. On this Friday, there weren’t many visitors yet, so there wasn’t overt pressure to rush photos. I highly recommend taking your time. We helped other couples take photos, while they reciprocated. This was an efficient tradeoff. Afterwards, we toured the vendor area engaging with the craftsmen, and in one case observed the final coat of paint being intricately applied to the pottery. Interesting and educational experience! The product quality was undeniably high. My only regret was not taking time to short-hike the terrain behind the monument. Afterwards, we returned immediately to Durango. If you are considering going, GO, this a once in a lifetime very worthwhile experience:

The last time I was here was 1992, and this time was staying in the area. Visited during the week in the shoulder season, so fewer visitors. The local vendors offer varied handmade art and craft works. Since I was there last, the Navajo Nation developed a short hiking trail at the end of the parking lot, the Dancing Horse Trail. I was so very happy to have the opportunity to revisit the site, on a beautiful November day.

It’s kinda cool straddling 4 states. Bit of a tourist trap. It’s really only this one spot for pictures. You get in line and snap a few. Not entirely sure it’s worth the $8 per person but it’s something to check out. There are vendors that line the area. If you’re looking for some unique souvenirs. We went off season - the vendor we spoke to said it’s usually really busy until mid Sept.

Love the Bisti bad lands, just wish it was better marked. We hiked for 4 hours and really enjoyed the landscapes and sites. Even saw 4 Jack rabbits.

If you’re unfamiliar with the area but an avid hiker, Bisti Badlands is an amazing area to check out on your own, so long as you’ve come prepared with GPS coordinates, maps, and parking advice. I have no affiliation with it, but we used Firefall Photography’s website for excellent resources on all of that, including pinpoints for the north/south parking areas. As experienced hikers (Grand Canyon, Utah parks, Himalayas, etc.), we know our limitations, including the fact that our GPS apps often make quirky jumps in extremely remote areas, so we tried to pick and choose our priorities, ultimately deciding that we could manage the Bisti portion by ourselves. (We did the De-Na-Zin side the following day, with a guide. We had limited time to explore and didn’t want to waste it false-navigating to permitted parking sites or major landmarks on our own, especially in monsoon season, so we signed up for the Ah-Shi-Sle-Pah tour offered by Navajo Wilderness Adventures for that area — absolutely wonderful!) On our independent day at Bisti, we arrived around 3 p.m., and a few sprinkles started just after 7 p.m., cutting off our desire to stay into the golden/blue hours, but it’s worth visiting no matter the time of day. Since we had only one sunrise moment to spend there, we decided to end at Wings, despite having read that the Eggs don’t photograph well in brighter light, and we were pleased with that choice in the end, since we had “near sunset” at the gorgeous hill of wings. Overall, in just under five hours, we made it from the Eggs to the Wings and hit nearly every major formation in between, including the Rock Garden, petrified wood, Hoodoo City, Vanilla Hoodoos, Manta Ray, and more. We found that some of our GPS points didn’t quite match the Firefall map (including at the Beige Hoodoos and Manta Ray), but going armed with general AllTrails locations, Firefall and AllTrails maps, Gaia, and a tiny print map with photos made it all come together, allowing us plenty of time to photograph the landscape from vantages up, down, and all around. The relatively flat terrain made our nine miles of hiking relatively simple (but do avoid it after rain where possible), and it was a fantastic journey — such mesmerizing formations and astounding landscape!

This wilderness area is a beautiful place filled with adventure and incredible scenery. A word of caution, this area is pretty desolate, and the weather can be extreme. The summer heat can be dangerous, and rain storms can make the dirt roads very difficult to drive on. Cell phones don't always have connections, so just make sure you're prepared for anything that could go wrong. Make sure to have plenty of water, proper shoes, or anything else that you normally hike with. That said , enjoy your adventure and the incredible scenery.

Wow!! The pictures don’t justify the beauty of this place. We did few trails on this BLM managed wilderness and badlands. This place is wide spread, high clearance vehicle is recommended by not necessary on dry days! Trails are not marked, we had trails and maps downloaded in All Trails App and it was easy to follow the track through app. Without maps we would not have made it to alien throne and wings! Unbelievable and awesome rock formations throughout.

A long way to see little. But it was still an experience due to the sand storm, the desertedness, off the beaten path all alone with no trails to follow.

We went in from the south entrance. I recommend taking frequent pictures of the trail as you go in so you can find your way back.

The unpaved road and lack of signal makes it very difficult to access. No restroom, or anything. You are completely by your own. We drove for 20 min without seeing any other car, that part really concerned me. What if something happens, we would have no way to ask for help 😭

Four corners monument was out of my way but on my list. Was a little bit busy not bad. $8 per person worth a one time thing.

We were just passing through the area and needed a place to stop for lunch. There were picnic tables and the signs around the visitor center said open, but everything was barred up and did not look very welcoming so I'm not sure how people were getting tours. Anyway you can see Chimney Rock from the side of road and it's pretty interesting. There is some information there to read about the site to learn a little more.

Thank you, Veronica, Jasmine, and Rickie for our full-day tour. We appreciate all of the pre-trip planning you helped us with, and we had a great day with Rickie. He validated what we had learned from prior reading and expanded our knowledge even further. The sites in Mancos Canyon were phenomenal teaching stops. Walking just under the rim in Lion Canyon was fantastic—I wish the trail could be longer! Rickie, we appreciate all of your teaching.

Drove by here Nov 3 but everything was closed up. It looked deserted and it not see any signs saying when it reopens. It’s worth it to pull over in the pullout and walk up to the centre to read the sign boards. Beautiful site and I’m sure the tours would be amazing. Gave it a 3 only because nothing was open….

A must do. If Mesa Verde National Park is on your travel itinerary, add at least the half day tour here. You’ll want to call ahead to confirm. Tours start at 9am- arrive at 8:30a to check in. Our tour guide was Wolf, one of only 2 guides here. You’ll gain an understanding of the culture and experience the past in a completely different and arguably better way than the way folks at the National Park do it. The sites are stunning and well worth it!

It was gorgeous! We stayed on the paved road as it was directed due to this being a sacred site. But even with three miles out this was a fantastic place to look at! Wish we could have gone closer but we have to respect the rules. Breathe taking view regardless! And the mountains across from the ship rock were gorgeous as well

My mother and I were lost trying to find Four Corners and we stopped here to ask directions. The lady in the visitors center was very helpful!

Giving this 3 stars because I think it really depends what you order. The price point made sense for the chicken tenders (which are actually two giant breasts), but some of the people I were with got small portions with not so great flavors for their orders. Also all of our beers/ciders were a bit warm which was odd. I really liked my food but the portion was so big I fed it to the other people I was with since theirs was small and they were still hungry. It seems like this owner has nearly a whole block with different restaurants under the same name-so if you’re reading this before going that’s why there is more than one place listed online.

It’s always nice to find a local pub. We would recommend checking it out even if just passing through Farmington. We shared the fish n chips and nachos- both were tasty. Our server Maya was polite and prompt. A special note on the beer. We have all around the country and the world so what we quaffed held its own. The oktoberfest was on par, the Papa Bear Honey ale was quite good but the Riwaka Pilsner was exceptional - one of the best pilsens I have tasted. Let it warm a bit and the Kiwi hops flavor profile jumps out. While we did not eat it - love the concept of the Peaky Blinders sandwich- the Riwaka would go well with it. While some do not like the decorations, it is the establishment’s character and it went well with the old building (listen to the squeaky wood floors). We say good job!

Nice authentic "drug store" bar with all the old wild west vibes. The service is wonderful. And most of all the food was incredible. I had a turkey hatch Albuquerque sandwich, which is the right combination of spicy and smoked turkey and with truffle fries. We also had a ham and gouda sandwich in a sourdough toast, nicely spiced and buttered, with a side of roasted corn on the cob. You have to visit this place!

I drive down from Hesperus weekly and enjoy lunch at TRB . Usually I order the chicken fried steak, which is delicious. They have two options for the gravy, cream or green chili cream…. They should make a veal schnitzel this way. OMG delicious. Today I ordered the green chili lasagna. This needs a zip code. So good! And Story is a wonderful waitress. Kitchen rocks too!

Fab place in Farmington. It comprises a fun place with pull tables, a pizzeria, a brewery and a eatery. We went to the restaurant and Carlos has been amazing in helping me to find the best gluten free food and give great tips to my husband for a wonderful Green Chile stew. The half portion of nachos could have been the full plate. And the chicken wings were huge! Generous portions, great value for money, so warm personnel and a very nice ambiance. I would recommend it!

This place gets a five-star all day!! We had a nice waitress, the environment is pretty cozy and the food and beer are absolutely amazing!!! We had the raspberry and the honey beer.... Pot roast, chicken fried steak and truffle fries. You definitely won't leave here hungry

Excellent beers, excellent food, excellent service. You might have to wait a bit for the food as it is prepared to order, but totally worth the wait. Quality ingredients and unique flavor blends.

My second favorite tour of the 3 we took. Ranger Julia (my favorite Ranger that guided us on a tour!) shared her wealth of knowledge of the park and its history with us, and we had the pleasure of hearing Ranger Bonnie play her flute on the tour. What an incredible experience!

It's an amazing experience. It's great to be able to walk through this beautiful Ancestral Puebloan ruin. The Rangers provide lots of information about their culture, the area, and the ruins.

We visited Mesa Verde at the end of July and were very fortunate to book a ranger guided tour for Long House. Tours sell out quickly and it's best to book in the morning as soon as they become available. Currently (as of July 2022) the tour tickets are posted to recreation.gov at 8am MST 14 days ahead of time. Long house is stunning, and it's a very exciting experience to hike down to the 800 year old cliff dwelling. The tour was thought provoking and well timed. Parking for the tour is at Wetherill Mesa. Do be aware you must hike to the Long House trail head, about a 15 minute walk. Additionally you must arrive 15 minutes early for a safety briefing, so all in all give yourself an extra 30 minutes from your arrival time to the parking lot. We also visited Cliff Palace, which just opened to tours for the summer due to road construction. Cliff Palace is gorgeous and incredibly well preserved, it's a powerful experience to walk through the site and imagine the amazing challenges and joys of living in the Palace. One of the rangers who spoke at the palace was part of the indigenous intern program and we felt fortunate to hear her from unique perspective and cultural connection to the site. If you only have time to tour one site, we would definitely recommend the Long House tour over Cliff Palace, you can get great views of cliff Palace without the tour. Give yourself plenty of time ahead of the tours and pack water.

I feel so lucky to see and go through this amazing place. The ranger leading the tour gave so much information about the place and the people that used to live here. I allocated enough time to get to the meetup point before my scheduled tour. Some folks missed the previous tour because they didn't realize they had to hike quite a bit to get there from the parking lot. The ranger was nice enough to let them join our tour. It was in the 90s when I was doing the tour and the heat made it tougher. I'm glad I got lots of water.

This trip and tour is not for the meek. If you choose and book it, get a morning tour because of sun placement. Our tourguide was outstanding and assisted in better understanding of the dwellers community. The insight and history provided gives insight to the period of cliff dwellers.

Incredible place!! you could get inside some if it. Rangers did a great job on the tour. The hike in and out is little bit strenuous when the temp is around 90, but well worth it. It's unbelievable what people could accomplish 1,000 yrs ago. What a fantastic place to visit and learn.

Absolutely spectacular! Long House is the second largest set of ancient ruins within Mesa Verde, but they are only accessible by ranger-guided tours that are offered seasonally. Make reservations in advance, because tours are limited to 30 people.. Tours last 2 to 2.5 hours, and the hike is moderately strenuous with mostly paved trails, switchbacks and steps to descend into the canyon, and ladders and steps to explore within the ruins. Only water may be taken into the ruins, so eat your lunch and snacks BEFORE you start the hike.

We enjoyed walking the trail with the guidebook explaining all the structures/homes of Heritage Park and really enjoyed the ruins themselves as well. There's a lot of history here, not just the ruins, but all the people past and present preserving this history so we can enjoy it today and pass it on to the next generation of explorers and history seekers. The admission is absolutely reasonable, and they have a small giftshop and museum here as well. This is a great stop for all. The path is a little steep getting down, but it is paved! It does get hot out here, plan accordingly, and have fun.

While on a recent visit to Aztec, NM I decided to go to the Salmon Ruins Museum, and I was thoroughly impressed. The museum boasts an impressive array of artifacts, offering a fascinating glimpse into the lives of the Ancestral Puebloans. What's even better is the nominal fee they charge for admission, making this rich cultural experience accessible to everyone. After exploring the museum's exhibits, I took a short walk down the hill to access the remarkable ruins themselves. Walking among the ancient structures, I felt a strong connection to the past, and it was truly a humbling experience. I highly recommend the Salmon Ruins Museum to anyone interested in history, archaeology, or simply a captivating day trip.

Private intimate space $3 seniors. Hat, water, sunscreen and snack. It's very open. Lovely welcome and guide book for walking around has extensive information and diagrams. Walk out the door by gift shop with sand bags. Climb down trail and up at end. Authentic site. Stay on trail and can enter some rooms. The Kiva is reconstructed. The exhibit at entry is nice.

Today I found me self in a bit of a tourist trap I would say almost nothing is real except some of the artifacts in the museum. It's called salmon because that's the name of the white people who took over this land and all that's left of them is a falling apart cabin. So if you want to see real and actually well preserved aztec ruins take a 20 minute car ride and visit. Aztec Ruins National Monument, it's very educational and has actual preserved Pueblo ruins and it's free and part of the parks system so dont waste your time here.

Wonderful experience and a plethora of information. This Museum has it all, plus a research center. Books books and more books!! Ruins that are incredible - I bought all 3 volumes about 30 yrs of research. AND on top of that a pioneer homestead. There is much more but seriously this is way worth the time!! We will be back!

What an amazing place! You’re given a detailed booklet at the entrance to follow as you make your visit. Initially looking over the site as you make your way down it doesn’t look too inspiring… how wrong first impressions are! The extensive ruins are accessible by following the trail and the booklet brings them alive. The details of the heritage trail again bringing the artefacts to life. This is a great place to visit for a very reasonable price.

Excellent!!! The Way Things Ought To Be!!!! Thanks!!!!! Very glad we drove over here. Open during shutdown, mostly volunteers, and most helpful. Nice preservation and protection of history by early settlers now evolved into this nonprofit gem.

This was our first time dispersed camping, and Angel Peak did not disappoint! This small campground offers everything you could want for a peaceful getaway – stunning views, incredibly dark skies perfect for stargazing, and a wonderfully tranquil atmosphere. The best part? It's only an hour from home, making it an easy escape when we need to recharge. The scenery is absolutely breathtaking, and the quiet solitude was exactly what we needed. We truly enjoyed our weekend away and would highly recommend this spot to anyone looking for a peaceful camping experience. One word of caution: we had an encounter with the resident rattlesnake near the pull-through spot at the end of the campground. Just something to be aware of and keep an eye out for, especially if you have kids or pets. Despite the snake surprise, this was a fantastic trip and we'll definitely be back. Angel Peak is a hidden gem that's perfect for a quick weekend getaway.

This was a wonderful option for dispersed camping along my journey through the high desert region. I felt like I'd discovered a rare gem full of gorgeous scenery and serenity. The nine sites on the loop offered a variety of settings, and I got there early enough to have a good choice. There are wonderful little rock-lined trails that take you to the best overlooks of Angel Peak. There are vault toilets, though I don't recommend camping near one as the odor is noticeable during the night. Also, you may want to choose a spot not so close to adjoining ones as I made the mistake of being near others, and they partied and played music late into the night, making it difficult to sleep. You'll need to pack out your trash as there are no dumpsters on site. It's a 6-mile drive back from the main road, and at times it's very rough, but it's doable in any car in my opinion. Overall, this is a place well worth the visit, and it is FREE.

Second cleanest pit toilets on this trip. Vast, beautiful views, even from the campsites facing south. Clear view of the stars. Milky way was super bright. Only a few other campers, all quiet. Complete silence after dark. Some annoying flies, but that is to be expected. Close enough to Chaco to get there when it opens.

the road was rough so we actually stopped before the campground. no one else was there and we had fun climbing around in the canyon.

Stunning scenery. The campground is nice for small campers, sprinter vans, etc. My 27ft trailer won't fit in any of the 9 camp spots, but does fit easily at the picnic ground. Any size RV fits in the picnic ground but I can't say it's actually allowed. The access road is fine for any vehicle. There is a standard USFS toilet at both the camp and picnic grounds.

Spectacular sunset and badlands views,Picnic tables and restroom. All are free, thanks!

Great...however there is a rattle snake living at the pull through site on the end. Stay safe my friends. Also the toilet had one roll for the entire weekend....it didn't last. Bring your own.

🌄 Absolutely Worth the Visit – Cliff Palace is a Must-See! 🏺✨ If you’re visiting Mesa Verde, Cliff Palace is THE highlight you can’t miss! It’s truly a step back in time – standing in front of those ancient cliff dwellings is absolutely surreal. You must see it with your own eyes to believe it. 🎟️ TRAVELER TIP: Make sure to buy your $8 ticket in advance on recreation.gov — it’s the only way to access the site and tours book up fast! The tour is ranger-guided and filled with fascinating facts about the Ancestral Puebloans who built this breathtaking structure. 🚗 It’s a 20-mile scenic drive from the park entrance to Cliff Palace, so plan accordingly. I recommend the early morning tour – not only is it cooler and more shaded, but the lighting makes the views even more magical! 💧 No hiking trails around this area, and no water nearby, so come prepared with your own refillable bottle. 🚻 Bathrooms near the site were very stinky during our visit – just a heads-up! 🏞️ The visitor center, however, was a pleasant surprise: super clean, with great exhibits, awesome souvenirs, and seriously delicious food! Great spot to recharge before or after the tour. ⛰️ Whether you're a history buff or a nature lover, Cliff Palace is a unique adventure that’s 100% worth it. Just plan ahead, come early, and soak it all in!

Definitely worth the tour reservation fee. I would say the reservation is a requirement because most tours are full and will not be able to accept walk-ups. We went the end of September, so it was warm, not hot. We were expecting cold and rainy, but the forecast change that morning. We arrived early ended up listening to the one ranger and almost discourage people from going on the tour due to a variety of possible health issues. We did not receive the same speech from our tour guide, just basics regarding being able to climb the ladders. I would recommend a good pair of shoes, as there is sand on the rock stairs on the way down and up. My wife is definitely afraid of heights, but has very little issue in climbing any of the ladders, so this should not dissuade you in going. The history is interesting, and should almost be reverent in realizing we are more alike as humans than we are different. I was wondering about the lighting for photography. We wanted an earlier start, and we didn't have to fight with half shadows. But I am still wondering if the late afternoon shadows provide added texture to the photos in general... Thoroughly enjoyed our tour at Cliff Palace.

Reservations required! You can go to recreation.gov and tickets are $8/person. There are also restrooms and water available at this trailhead. I’m afraid of heights, and did just fine with the ladders on this tour, so don’t worry too much about that. Cliff Palace is the largest cliff dwelling in North America and I loved learning about the history of the ancestral Pueblo peoples. Mesa Verde in general is such a unique place, and a must stop if you’re in the area.

Was a cool experience to be able to see how people lived in the cliff dwellings. You don’t really get to explore or take photos, just kinda listen to the ranger talk about the history and walk through. It was a nice experience, but wasn’t overall exciting.

Beautiful view of Cliff Palace. We took a visit mid-November and it was crowd-less which was nice. It’s a long drive to these views but worth it, bring snacks and a lunch. Stop at the visitor center, get your passport book stamped and then head into the park.

Absolutely worth the $8/person tour! Must be able to climb ladders and walk up/down steep steps! Definitely wear good hiking/active shoes

This was my favorite tour of the 3 we did. If your can only do one, this is the one! Ranger Jay was so knowledgeable and engaging. I was never bored listening to her speak! The exit out of the dwelling was really cool and a fun experience with ladders and ancient stairs climbing between boulders

This was a fun hike. It's a loop (start by going to the right). We did this in the middle of February. It starts out paved for a short while, then a bit muddy, followed by an intermittent dry with rocks and boulders to approximately 2" of snow. The beginning is more challenging until you get to the turn and head back. The trail is clearly marked with ribbons on the tree. You climb up staircases made of rocks and over some boulders. The hardest point is at the turn. If you are not the fittest for hiking, start left and when you get to the point turn-around. Or perhaps just walk the paved area and view the village from the benches. There is plenty of parking, a museum, and clean bathrooms. Don't forget, veterans, and they're entire car load, can enter the park for free, with proof of service.

Decent hike in terms of the actual walking and terrain, but the views as you walk and the ultimate payoff in terms of the petroglyphs are a little underwhelming. Better hiking options elsewhere in the park

Not the easiest trail, but definitely worth it. Don't forget water! If it's even a little sunny, the combination of altitude and the fact you're in the desert make it less pleasant. Lucky for us, it clouded over just as I was starting to hate my life choices. As others have noted, it's best to hike this counter-clockwise, following the signs into the canyon, then returning to the mesa top after finding the petroglyphs. Overall, trail's just under 2.5 miles long.

This trail is awesome. Be sure to do it counterclockwise. Starts in the canyon...if you're starting on the Mesa...turn around and walk into the canyon, then start the trail. Be aware of loose rocks. I wish I could hike this trail more often.

One of the best trails to hike in Mesa Verde! The hike is listed as strenuous and there were lots of climbing up and down and steep inclines. However, the views were just breathtaking and makes all the blood sweat and tears all worth it. Definitely make sure to have enough water especially on hot days. The trail is about a 2.4 mile loop. Half of the loop is relatively flat and not rocky. The other half is all the steep inclines and rocky terrain.

FANTASTIC hike - and definitely some aspect of strenuous to it.. highly recommended that you follow the trail counterclockwise - ie start from the Spruce Tree House and descend down from there - don't start walking on the flat plateau first! The incline and steep steps at the halfway point by the petroglyphs were MUCH easier to go up than to try to climb down from the plateau!

Starts out fun but quickly gets icy, some parts are scary with ice and a massive drop next to you. If you're going in the winter months bring spikes for traction. I am not the most experienced hiker and this gave me some scares along the hike especially near the end. Would not recommend for beginners although sights are amazing.

Highly recommend this hike! It’s 2.4miles (3.9km). There is a “right way” to go around the trail. Start by going down toward Spruce Tree House. There are numbers around the trail. If you find the lower numbers first then you are going the right way. There is a decent amount of climbing. I recommend doing this one earlier in the day when it’s not so hot.

Fantastic hike! Only one building and area with strong petroglyphs. Fun rock scrambles, tight squeeze in one area, lots of stairs. Great "hard" hike. Awesome caves and places with shade in the beginning if you start by going down into the valley from the museum.

The tour is definitely worth it and Mesa Verde is a great park with tremendous cultural heritage. My only complaint would be that the park service guide talks continuously, so there is no time for reflection or a chance to just soak up the site. Would be nice if they left a little time for folks to be able to look around in quiet and just “be there” to imagine what it was like 700 years ago. (For clarity, there is no way to view the Balcony House except on a guided tour.)

Overall a cool experience. It’s a big tour group and you don’t really get to explore anything other than just listening to the ranger talk and then taking some photos. Really neat to see and if this is something you’re into you’d probably love it. Climbing the ladders if you’re not used to the elevation can definitely gas you out! They weren’t really hard to do and I wouldn’t say anything was challenging but it’s a little scary climbing up with someone in front of you and thinking they may fall on you… lol. It was nice and sunny when we did it, I would not want to go while things are wet. If you look up balcony house in google maps you can go there and that’s the area you will meet you’ll see a shaded area towards the trail head.

Awesome place to take the kids. Make sure you get the reservation. Bring sunscreen, and some water. The walk there is not strenuous but if you are not mild to moderately active you may have a hard time going up the ladders. But the main thing is reserve online before for the guided tour or else you won't be able to go. Such an awesome place

This is potentially the most strenuous tour on the Mesa Verde Park. It is best in the afternoon due to sun placement. You will climb up a forty foot ladder, go through a door and crawlspace about the side of a large picture frame. If you are willing to take the challenge, you will have experienced something most visitors never see. The site is impressive and the tourguide was outstanding.

It was a wonderful fun adventure climbing, crawling and climbing through the ancient ruins. Our Ranger guide did an exceptional job telling us about the Puebloan culture and ruins

This tour is amazing. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and helpful. If you're afraid of heights, and can't climb ladders this is not your tour.

I really liked the tour. You have to drive close to 40 mins from the entrance of the park. Ranger Frank was really nice in explaining the details and the background of Mesa Verde. He was eleborative and briefed us about what we can expect at the start of the tour. It is amazing to see how people used to live hundreds of years back.

Tall people beware. These ruins are great to see but will require you to duck down. There is plenty of room when you are walking through the general area and viewing the pits. What gets fun is when you stroll through the living quarters, this is where your kids will laugh at you as you squeeze through an area that they blaze through. It was fun and everyone had a good time!

I found the ruins to be fascinating. How could they be built centuries ago? It wasn't crowded so I had some areas all to myself. The museum has some interesting artifacts and a gift shop. A bonus was finding out that it didn't cost anything to enter.

Very informative visitor center with friendly staff. They also show a 15 min movie that is quite interesting. Nice static display as well. You can have a self guided walk with audio for the ruins. Bathrooms and water bottles refill station available in the center. The visitor is free.

Really cool! It’s amazing to stand in a place that was built a 1000 years ago. It’s free and was a good stop for a road trip break. About a 45 minute self guided tour. Highly recommend

We're glad we went to see these ruins, they are worth the trip. There is a lot to see and you can go in and walk through the buildings. There is one big kiva that has been reconstructed and many smaller dwellings. They have a very nice museum here too. This is a smaller archeological site that doesn't require lots of time or walking. Even the building that houses the museum/gift shop/ranger station is an historic house. There are lots of shade trees around the grounds, very pretty.

Loved this place! One of my favorite historic pueblo locations to visit now.. Very friendly staff and volunteers, great little visitor center, adventurous little hike around and through the ruins, and plenty of mysterious guesstimations about these people were doing here! I really loved the restored Kiva, as it brought home to me what all the kivas I've seen could've looked like in their heydays! Plus, walking through actual pueblo rooms, seeing cores beams, feeling the cool air within them, and understanding their size in 3D made imagining their view of the world much easier. BTW, I wouldn't have gone here if I hadn't visited Chimney Rock as well and learned how these two may have been connected.

A definite must see. Beautiful welcome center with extremely helpful staff. The ruins themselves have been preserved with love. I love it.

Beautiful friendly venue! We were so pleasantly surprised by this local winery! We came to Navajo lake to boat and fish. We decided to take the day off the water and try this local winery. All the staff is friendly. We tried multiple wines and they have NM beers for a reasonable price. This is a hidden gem !

Fun decor. Western but modern. Great wine selection. Very friendly staff.

Such a beautiful place to stay! Owners are exceptional hosts, even drove over with a cup of coffee. Wine tasting is well worth the trip alone! Thank you for such an amazing experience!!!!

This place is very beautiful, I like it and wines! Omg! Wines! If you love wines as much as I do you love this place. First time I went too it with the car show they do every year went very awesome, they had food trucks and even live music band and even a nature walk to too look at the peacocks and geese with a beautiful pond and very good wines , my favorite was sweet cherry pie, $14 a bottle so gonna go back soon to get me a bottle for my birthday. I’ll be back soon

My family and I had an incredible day at Wines of San Juan, thanks to the warm hospitality and genuine friendliness of David, Josh, and the entire staff. Our visit was truly unforgettable. We were fortunate to spend time with both David and Josh, who provided an amazing experience. They shared extensive knowledge about the winery, vineyard, and wines, offering valuable insights. Their hospitality and dedication left a lasting impression on us and added immense value to our visit. The wines we enjoyed throughout the afternoon were exceptional, each sip reflecting the care and dedication David and Josh put into their work. We left with wonderful memories and a great appreciation for the art of winemaking at Wines of San Juan. Thank you, David, Josh, and the entire staff, for making our visit so memorable. Your genuine care and commitment to excellence are evident in both your hospitality and your wines. We look forward to our next visit and will cherish the memories of this one.

This winery is by far the best place I have ever been to. Award winning wines, the people are professional,the services are great.Places for your children to play, nice people to talk to, and all the wonderful wines to taste and buy to take home with you. Have a special event here or a graduation, they will be happy to set it up. Enjoy

Friendly hosts and good wine. We stayed as Harvest Host members. Quiet night.

The lake was great, but the river accesses before you get to the lake is where it’s at. Try Texas Hole or Crusher - beautiful, and the fishing is good. Know that it a special area, and you must use barbless flys and lures.

Very disappointed. I'll forfeit the second night reservation. Beware Cottonwood campground, shower is 6 miles up the road. Two miles of extremely rough road to access it. Very sunny. Not a nice place to view lovely sights.

Rented 3 sites and the party pontoon boat we had a blast, even our dogs it was a family trip 26 of us 4dogs just very hard to get to the water from campsites, restrooms very clean and rangers super nice

First the state of New Mexico has let a business the marina take over the whole side of lake. You can’t fish anywhere around the marina except a little opening at the marina. So if you are disabled or poor the state of New Mexico says screw you the lake are for people with boats and money. This is so stupid I can see not allowing snagging but not to allow fishing should be a crime. Shame on the state. I am luck my daughter has a boat and my friends have boat so me being disabled doesn’t effect me. But I seen a poor guy could Barely walk not even be able to fish except in a little hole at the marina. He said he’s been complaining that they won’t listen and he can’t walk this far as I need to go up there around all the boats in Marina area and everything. I think the state needs to address this and fix it.

The drive in was cool. The vistas from the campground are awesome. The sites are made for small RV’S. We have a 40' and it was quite a time finding a site we could work with. They were severely understaffed. The lady working the office was by herself. The was clearly uneasy with that fact and I don't blame her one bit. We had to speak to someone over the phone to move sites on account of no one being around. The information they had online for the person on the phone to help us was not accurate. Not to far from town and Aztec Ruins NP. The marina looks great. Too many boats for such a small body of water IMO.

Beautiful only $8.00 for a day pass. Water recreational rentals available. Easy to find, good amount of parking. Dog friendly. There isn't much of a beach but the lake is beautiful!

The most unfriendly, unpleasant, unwelcoming, unhelpful park staff I’ve ever encountered in 50 years of camping. Campsites are messy, littered, full of tall weeds and goatheads. Broken glass everywhere you go. No regard for the park or visitors. Worst maintenance and customer service of all New Mexico State Parks.

12/2021 They have a big sign by the highway that says "national forest information". Don't believe it. In my experience most forest service employees are friendly, helpful folks. Not here. The person I spoke with was without a doubt the rudest and most unhelpful person I have spoken with in recent memory. Must have been in a hurry for lunchtime to roll around or maybe she had gas pains, but she clearly didn't have any time or any inclination to help me. This place is not meant for interaction with the public - it seems to be an office for their own business and they obviously don't want to be bothered by pesky citizens and their questions. Don't waste your time, keep your happy disposition, and just drive right on by.

We had better success than some of the other reviewers. Though we had to wait and wait and then wait some more. We we able to get the maps we needed and advice on USFS road conditions. To the lady staff person who helped us: you were so right about the back roads in the Silverton area. We made it through but they were very rough even for our AWD and we managed to cause a brake line to fail! We visited September 20th 2021.

I didn't blame the forest service when firewood permits couldn't be issued thanks to Trump and company, but now that they're sending chainsaws into wilderness areas, you wonder what the people in charge here are even for. It's a wilderness area for a reason. We have plenty of trees they can go in and cut down in non-wilderness areas and team up with their BLM buddies east of town to drill for oil, leave the wilderness areas alone. Whoever made this decision should be ashamed and move back to Ohio where they can trash nature all they want.

Everybody here was incredibly helpful and a joy to interact with! Thanks again guys!

Really knowledgeable and friendly staff who will help if you have any questions. Also a good place to go if you're a tourist to get some maps or buy some fun souvenirs.

Super helpful! Was able to give us great advice on what roads were open. We come to Durango almost every summer. We always stop by for maps and information.

Great

Great way to visit Silverton and see gorgeous mountain scenery along the way. I took the "gondola car" (both directions) and it suited me nicely. The outward-facing bench seat means _every_ seat is a window seat (vs. in the enclosed cars, where not everyone gets to be by a window). Downsides of being out of the enclosed cars: weather (hot, cold, or otherwise) and exhaust fumes. If you can handle those things then you might as well get the full experience. But you still have access to concessions and to the restroom like everyone else. It is a long ride, with a few hours in Silverton, so if you ride the train both ways be prepared for a full day. For a family with smaller children, the train up and bus back might be a better option just to shorten the duration. Photographers: you don't have much time to compose and shoot, so you kind of have to anticipate things coming up. Ask a conductor, they're really helpful and knowledgable at where your best shots might happen. Your wide angle lens maybe has a better chance; you can miss by a little and fix it later with a crop.

This was a great experience, the views were incredible. I highly recommend the Night Sky car it has a glass roof that allows you to see the grandeur of the mountains as you go through the narrow passes. It also has complementary beverages and a snack, adult beverages are available. There's also a First Class attendant to serve you and provide information about the ride. Sean was our attendant and was great.

Hi, everyone! Whenever you come to Durango please Do visit this historical museum. The entrance is free and there is also a souvenir shop in the entrance. I highly recommend this place. You will have a memorable time, I assure that. Until then take care and God bless.

Durango is a beautiful town with lots of shops and eatery. The area around the train station is really nice. The hotels are a little pricey but you're on vacation so enjoy. The train ride to Silverton is breath taking. Worth every penny. I would do it again. The quaint town of Silverton embedded in the valley of the surrounding mountains is a must see. Yes I would definitely visit again.

As a senior citizen, this train ride was the greatest experience of my bucket list. A wonderful train ride which takes in Beautiful scenery and a great staff. It is a hidden treasure waiting to be explored. And ask for Nicholas, the head conductor as he is an encyclopedia of the train world. Very kind and thoughtful associates. Trust them to give you a pleasant experience.

The scenery! The smells. Fresh air. Beautiful creatures. Waterfalls. Pack a lunch. The train food is limited and expensive. Good for a cup of coffee (and the train coffee is good) or a bag of crisps. Lovely people work on the train. Hope I can return.

This was absolutely worth every penny. The scenery is so beautiful that pictures just don't do it justice. You have got to take this train ride just once! You will not be disappointed. Make sure you take some snacks and drinks if you don't wanna pay for high prices on the ride. It also has a bathroom on board in the coach areas. The sites and silverton will take your breath away if you appreciate life. The deer at the end just made it a wonderful day.

Very disappointed considering the money you pay for these rooms. They need updating and maintenance badly. Rooms smell very old and musty. Hair dryer sparked and smoked when I tried to use. Plugs were are all old and loose wouldn't hold chargers in the socket. Gross stains on the carpet, no exhaust fan in the bathroom, the light switch for the bathroom had to be held and wiggled to stay on. The AC made a awful mildew smell in the room. We stayed 5 days and had cleaners come in mid week, they didn't changed out sheets and upon getting into bed didn't even make it just threw comforter up. Didn't replenish TP, Coffee, ice bucket liner or soap. When I found one to ask, she was eating her lunch in one of the rooms she was cleaning. This hotel has a great location and nice amenities, it's a shame it could be so nice. The pool could be really nice too, but they have all of the sliders in the room blocked so you can't open them, and the knob for the jets on the spa was broken off. Also, don't be fooled into paying river front view for 70 dollars more, you'll have cars and trees blocking your view. It's not really a river view. Front desk receptionist was very nice.

It is NOT the Durango Downtown Inn anymore. It is now the Roost. The hotel rooms have been redone into studio apartments which are small and rent for an outrageous amount of money. I was merely visiting someone who lives there.

As others have noted here, this place closed as a hotel years ago, now from what I hear overpriced apartments. I read last hotel guests staying there with reservations were kicked out early after it sold. I stayed here several times over 5 year period when it was a hotel when shuttling my son back and forth to summer camp. Great family memories, but hotel often disappointed for reasons you can read in other reviews, wi-fi was out all the time, kinda grungy, but it did have a great location. Last time we stayed several things were not working right and we stopped staying here during our last camp trips. It is clear to me in hindsight the owner decided years ago to harvest the hotel, he overcharged, underdelivered, little care for the place, I watched it deteriorate over my stays, until he could sell the place for the real estate. Still because of a family connection I will never forget this place, it will always have a place in my heart, poor services and all. Durango is a fun place, stay in downtown area, great town to walk in.

The place was just fine. I had no complaints at all.

Location - easy two block walk to middle of historic downtown. Staff - very accommodating and pleasant. Room - clean nice beds, prefer the courtyard view, river view is across motel parking lot. Other - laundry on site, pool good for little kids, nice courtyard with tables and benches. Would stay again.

Place was decent. Hot tub was great. Pool was way too cold!!! For an indoor pool I felt it should have been heated. Andrew, I believe his name was, was the best at the front counter! Very personable, knew his way around town and gave us great advice. Also got us more coffee for our room. 😘

We were pulling a teardrop trailer and in the back they have a great place to park long vehicles. We had some trouble getting a room assigned but it was fixed up quickly. The location was great. Just a short walk to the downtown restaurants, breweries, and shops. It's not fancy, but it was clean and they are pet friendly and we travel with our 5 lb little dog. We would definitely stay there again.

We took the Cinco Animas Train round trip from Durango to Silverton in Colorado. It.. was.. breathtaking scenery. All the way!! We paralleled the Animas River most of the way. Just amazing!

Beautiful river. Depending on what part of the river you are visiting, there are paid and free camping, 4wd trails, fishing, hiking, wildlife viewing. Pretty much the typical things that are associated with rivers, however the beautiful location makes the Animas a particularly special river.

All seasons are home to wildlife worth experiencing. The river of lost souls. Ever changing, changing, enduring, and worth ever step of any exploration.

Popular place for rafting. Wanders through Durango. Has many pedestrian bridges and parks.

Stunning with all the massive amounts snowfall from winter, melting off!!

Love the flowing water . Could sit for hrs just watching an listening to river.

Rocks are white w calcification; filter water w a system - iodine isn't enough generally. Backcountry, 4wd or at the least, a Subaru is needed. Lots of mining claims around. Cold still at night end of June. But beautiful as words cannot describe.

Went to do a business plan with a couple of friends who love wine. We hadn't tried the Fire Fox tasting, but we were glad Emily suggested it along with their cheese and deli plate. Add some nice summer breezes, a well layed out patio, and a charming hostess, and you've got it made. Our conversations were flowing, and Emily kept us happy with ready support. Can't wait to return and suggest a visit for those who love wine and art. Appropriately priced jewelry, water color note cards, tee towels, and more.

Wonderful experience! Great people. Amazing wines and selection. The service was great. Will highly recommend and will definitely be returning. The festival was a great turn out!

Quiet, beautiful and delicious ecsape in Southern Colorado. Linda the owner super nice too. We'll have to come out on a Friday for live music and eats.

Friday nights wine, food very relaxed atmosphere. Easy listening music by local bands. Bring your own chairs, blankets. Good place to relax let the stress go. Nice scenery and horse and buggy ride.

Amazing venue and incredible wine. Make the drive and enjoy your time. Cheers 10/10

This place is beautiful and extremely family friendly. The only thing is if you have small kids to keep a close eye on them as the older kids will play rough and take stuff from the younger kids.

Nice outdoor music venue. Good wines. Family fun, kids can run around on the huge lawn. Dogs on leash. No outside alcohol allowed. KD BBQ food truck.

We were in the RV park. The resort is beautiful! Bill in the RV park was helpful but we weren’t sure how to get ahold of him if he wasn't visible out in the park. Registration desk was not helpful when asking where showers and laundry rooms were. I had searched high and low. Young woman couldn’t be bothered to look up from her paperwork to engage w me. She said those rooms were at the pool area without even looking up! I had already been through there. So I waited for her to finish her “paperwork”. She finally looked up and told me again they are in the pool area. I asked if they had a Casino map??? A new, younger guy came to the desk and handed me a map. No one could be bothered to show me the way. 😔 i would've expected better customer service.

Can't comment on rooms because I've never stayed there. Decent atmosphere, clean, for the most part (it's a casino, after all). I wouldn't recommend eating at the bowling alley. I had a burger that looked great, but something about the taste was a little off. Within an hour I became very ill. It was definitely the burger, as I hadn't eaten anything else since breakfast, which was 11 hours before that. No other complaints, really, except it would be so much nicer if the blackjack and other tables were open more than just 3 or 4 days a week. They would have so much more business if they did! I don't play slots, so going there on the off days is pointless. So glad that there is no smoking inside the casino. That's a huge plus.

What can I say, my family used to enjoy coming out occasionally for the Sunday breakfast and have tapered off doing so almost exclusively because of one waitress, Nicole. We have complained to management and nothing has been done, it has been over a year and she still behaves the same way. We have asked to be seated with another server and we get attitude or told we have no choice because it is busy. She is rude, makes snide remarks, seems to hate dealing with anyone who asks her to do her job. She takes 15 or more minutes just to get to your table to take your order and then disappears. If you get her on a good day she will chat your ear off inappropriately disparaging her coworkers and won't take the hint that we aren't there to hear her sob stories. She seems to favor getting to and taking care of tables that are her own skin color. The last time we went, we were sat at a booth against the wall and asked for her to get the check, we waited and waited, and asked again, she rolled her eyes and then we heard her complaining about us from behind the wall. "they don't tip good so they can wait, you know how they (Natives) are". We don't tip good because your are bad at your job. We drive from Cortez to visit, can't justify supporting an establishment that condones this behavior especially after it's been brought to their attention.

It's a good casino. We didn't stay in the hotel part, just went to the casino. We did eat at one of the restaurants in there. I can't remember the name of it but it was so good! The food was delicious and fast and reasonably priced. Our waitress was a cool chick too.

*** updated menu pics*** Was a fast weekend trip with my wife for a wedding. The resort is beautiful! There was something for everyone to do. The weekend we were there, there was an Indian trade show at the convention center inside the resort! Nighttime is even more beautiful. There are walkways around the resort for walking your pets (yes they are pet friendly). They have mini golf, bowling, and arcade and more!!! They have three primary restaurants and also a snack bar. The snack bar, the restaurant for breakfast and lunch was incredibly affordable. We ate for $15 for two meals!!! Yes you read that right. Evening there are two restaurants. One is 10-20 per person and the other one is reservation required and was 50-100 per person. The swimming pool and gym was nice with towels available at the pool. I would come back and recommend this place to anyone!

The casino and resort is not close to much but it is so worth the drive! The lobby clean and welcoming! The staff smiles and welcomes at check in! The suite we stayed in was incredible! This is by far the best suite in which I've stayed! I would for sure recommend the mountain view side of the resort! The views are gorgeous! Which is why the drive is so worth it! The room was clean and needed toiletries provided. The amenities and the grounds were well kept and maintained! The pool was by far one of my most favorite of all resort pools! We ate at the 7 rivers and again did not disappoint! We played our hands at 3 card poker and laughed thru the night! Everything from check in to check out was a 5 star experience! We look forward to returning!

Website misrepresented this hotel. It's not a resort but rather just a casino hotel; nothing more, nothing less. I reserved a suite on the concierge floor for my aunt and I for a girls weekend. There was no valet service and no bell services. We get to the front desk to check in and they inform me they have changed my reservation because they are not offering concierge services "this weekend. " Ok...so we decided we're really hungry and want to try their steak restaurant, only to find out you have to have a reservation. So we have dinner at their grill restaurant and then decide we want to try the lazy river. That was actually the biggest disappointment of all. It's NOT a lazy river. It's a large pool with a small whirlpool. Bottom line, if you're going here because you want to gamble and have a decent place to stay while you do, this place is ok. But if you're looking for a luxury resort with all the amenities (like they make it look on their website), you will be sorely disappointed.