Trail follows the old road alignment from the northwest comer of Morefield Campground toward the Montezuma Valley Overlook. This trail provides good views of the Montezuma Valley, and is an excellent place to watch sunsets.
The Basics
Location:
Mesa Verde National Park - Morefield Campground
Setting:
Mountainous
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Length:
3 mile roundtrip
Time to Allow:
1.5 to 2 hours
Season:
Spring, Summer, Fall
Visitor Use:
Directions to Trailhead
Mesa Verde National Park entrance is 9 miles east of Cortez on US Hwy 160. Morefield Campground is 4 miles inside the park.