Some of our favorites.
Sightseeing
What to see while visiting Cortez.
Little known local spot. Best on a bicycle but a long hike is the norm from the south trailhead. The north trailhead is on Road N just 11 miles from the house.
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Canyon Of The Ancients- Sand Canyon Trailhead
14860 Rd NLittle known local spot. Best on a bicycle but a long hike is the norm from the south trailhead. The north trailhead is on Road N just 11 miles from the house.
Small museum that's worth a look if you happen to venture into Dolores.
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I-Canyons Of The Ancients Visitor Center & Museum
27501 CO-184Small museum that's worth a look if you happen to venture into Dolores.
World Heritage Site. Call ahead to book guided tours.
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Mesa Verde National Park
World Heritage Site. Call ahead to book guided tours.
Mountain Biking
Recognized as one of the best mountain biking trails in the US. People come from over the world to ride here. 55 miles of one way trails. 4 different trailheads, one of which is on Road N. Local tip: The main trailhead on highway 160 can get crowded. Use one of the other three to start your adventure.
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Phil's World Bike Trail
9450 Rd 30.1Recognized as one of the best mountain biking trails in the US. People come from over the world to ride here. 55 miles of one way trails. 4 different trailheads, one of which is on Road N. Local tip: The main trailhead on highway 160 can get crowded. Use one of the other three to start your adventure.
If you ride mountain bikes you have to do this out and back. It's like going to Mesa Verde and being the only one there. There is a South and North trailhead.
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Sand Canyon and Rock Creek Trailhead
12543 Rd GIf you ride mountain bikes you have to do this out and back. It's like going to Mesa Verde and being the only one there. There is a South and North trailhead.
Food Scene
Try the green curry—this is the best Thai place I have ever eaten at. Our favorite restaurant in Cortez!
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Thai Cortez & Sushi
1430 E Main StTry the green curry—this is the best Thai place I have ever eaten at. Our favorite restaurant in Cortez!
Hands down some of the best Mexican food we've ever had anywhere including Mexico! Try their chili rellenos and margs!
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Gustavo's Mexican Restaurant and Bar
125 East Main StreetHands down some of the best Mexican food we've ever had anywhere including Mexico! Try their chili rellenos and margs!
Burger Boy Drive In
400 E Main StTry the Burger Boy drive-in for a great green chili cheeseburger for $6!
If you visit the town of Dolores and want Mexican food, this is one is outstanding!
Mi Tequila Mexican restaurant
104 S 2nd StIf you visit the town of Dolores and want Mexican food, this is one is outstanding!
Stonefish Sushi & More
16 W Main StEven a sushi snob will love this place!!!
Really extensive, eclectic menu and everything we’ve tried has been fantastic. Great cocktails.
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Loungin' Lizard
2 W Main StReally extensive, eclectic menu and everything we’ve tried has been fantastic. Great cocktails.
Another great option for Mexican Food. In fact this one is now our favorite.
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La Casita de Cortez
332 E Main StAnother great option for Mexican Food. In fact this one is now our favorite.
Winery
Sutcliffe Vineyards
12174 County Rd GBeautiful canyon setting is a must see!
Yellow Car Country Wines
802 S BroadwayUnique winery worth a visit.
If you are in the Mancos area you MUST check it out— our all-time favorite ciders are made here and it’s an adorable location under trees on the river with live music!
The Cidery
141 South Main StreetIf you are in the Mancos area you MUST check it out— our all-time favorite ciders are made here and it’s an adorable location under trees on the river with live music!
Neighborhoods
Beautiful small town off the main road. Check out the art or indulge in the bakery and coffee shop.
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Mancos
Beautiful small town off the main road. Check out the art or indulge in the bakery and coffee shop.
Another adorable artsy town nearby—check out McPhee Reservoir while you’re there!
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Dolores
Another adorable artsy town nearby—check out McPhee Reservoir while you’re there!
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Pickleball Courts
We have amazing outdoor pickleball courts in Parque De Vida in the middle of town. Free to play and very friendly. Bring your paddles and come play with us.