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Mesa Verde National Park Visitors

Ancestral Puebloan cliff dwellings.

YearTotal Visits
1979473,715
1980539,257
1981588,608
1982602,968
1983604,115
1984516,865
1985656,271
1986658,888
1987728,566
1988772,183
1989600,045
1990611,375
1991678,075
1992742,080
1993666,054
1994685,031
1995663,794
1996617,360
1997627,720
1998604,556
1999635,736
2000452,287
2001513,409
2002406,385
2003438,590
2004446,811
2005498,333
2006557,248
2007541,102
2008551,446
2009550,377
2010559,712
2011572,329
2012488,860
2013460,237
2014501,563
2015547,325
2016583,527
2017613,788
2018563,420
2019556,203
2020287,477
2021548,477
2022499,790
2023505,194
2024480,065
2025463,130

Mesa Verde National Park in southwestern Colorado, United States, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site globally recognized for its extraordinarily preserved Ancestral Puebloan cliff dwellings, offering an unparalleled glimpse into ancient civilizations. The park presents breathtaking scenic views where vast, high-desert mesas meet deep canyons, creating dramatic backdrops for the intricate stone architecture built into natural alcoves and revealing expansive vistas that stretch for miles. Visitors can immerse themselves in outdoor activities such as traversing a network of hiking trails that lead to stunning overlooks and archaeological sites, joining ranger-guided tours for an up-close exploration of the iconic cliff dwellings, or simply enjoying the panoramic beauty from scenic drives that wind through the park's unique and historically rich landscape.

Data Source: National Park Service Stats