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Dry RV site w/ Views of Mesa Verde

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· Mancos, Montezuma, Colorado
7 acres hosted by Jen & Jeff M.
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Near Mesa Verde National Park
Within a 30-minute drive from the Mesa Verde.
Learn more about this land: **You MUST have your own self contained RV with a restroom!! Sorry, NO TENTS! Please include a description of your RV setup in your booking request!** Nestled on seven acres of former ranch land, and enjoy a relatively level RV site (pull in or back in) with views of Mesa Verde, the La Plata Mountains, and the shade of mature juniper trees. Feel far from everything while only a few miles from town.  Enjoy the starry skies, the company of wandering mule deer, and the sound of coyotes conversing with one another.  At 7,000' above sea level, in the high desert of SW Colorado, we get over 250 sunny days a year, big beautiful snows in winter (and sometimes as late as June), and monsoon rains in late summer.  Spring can be cool and windy, but you'll experience the reawakening of the plants, the lowing of mother cows and their calves on nearby ranches, and maybe even a blooming prickly pear or two! In the heart of the Mancos River Valley, you'll find yourself at the perfect basecamp for all that the area has to offer! It's just 15 minutes to the entrance gate at Mesa Verde National Park, designated in April of 2021 as the 100th Dark Sky Park by the International Dark Sky Association. Take a scenic two mile drive to historic Downtown Mancos, to find art, dining, and fun. Historic Mancos, known for its thriving creative district, is the home of the The Raven House Gallery, The Artisans of Mancos Co-op, The Painted Turtle Gallery, Bombdiggity, and Kilgore American Indian Art. Downtown Mancos is also home to dining options from local food trucks to fine dining. Fenceline Cidery and their delightful riverside cider garden host a variety of local food trucks on a rotating basis as well as their own Fencepost food truck. Family friendly eats are always on the menu at the Columbine Bar & Grill. Deco Dessert, offers something for your sweet tooth with homemade ice cream, artisan chocolates, and cakes. Just across Hwy 160, you can enjoy craft beer, delicious locally sourced food, and a variety of fun events, including live local music, weekly trivia with our local librarian, and karaoke twice a month on the expansive patio at Mancos Brewing Company. The long anticipated, Boathouse on Grand will open in Summer 2023 with fine dining fare. We even have a little bit of nightlife at the newly opened El Rio Cantina, featuring creative tequila cocktails. Other downtown offerings include locally roasted coffee at Fahrenheit Coffee Roasters, and an incredible variety of baked goods and delightful breakfast and lunch options at the renowned Absolute Bakery and Cafe.  Grab take out and sit at a picnic table by the Mancos River or in the park across the street or enjoy their dining area featuring local art.  Be sure to also check out local artists' work in the art vending machines at Fahrenheit Coffee Roasters and Fenceline Cider! Beyond downtown, you'll find easy access to Mancos State Park, mountain biking at Phil's World, Chutes and Ladders, Aqueduct, and the Boggy Draw trail systems, paddling at Summit Lake, paddling and boating at McPhee Reservoir, the 88 mile Canyon of the Ancients Scenic Drive, and miles of hiking and off-roading trails in the San Juan National Forest. Or head just 40 minutes into Durango for a ride on the Durango-Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, a run on the rapids of the Animas River, or a powder day at Purgatory (resort an hour from the site). If you want to venture further afield, Telluride, Moab, Monument Valley, and Arches and Canyonlands National Parks are all within 2.5 hours. Or take a drive along the San Juan Skyway scenic byway to see the best of Colorado's Western Slope including Silverton and Ouray. Your hosts are avid outdoor enthusiasts who can give you the details (and loan you some maps and guidebooks) on all of the great things that await you at our little slice of southwest Colorado!**You MUST have your own self contained RV with a restroom!! Sorry, NO TENTS! Please include a description of your RV setup in your booking request!** Nestled on seven acres of former ranch land, and enjoy a relatively level RV site (pull in or back in) with views of Mesa Verde, the La Plata Mountains, and the shade of mature juniper trees. Feel far from everything while only a few miles from town.  Enjoy the starry skies, the company of wandering mule deer, and the sound of coyotes conversing with one another.  At 7,000' above sea level, in the high desert of SW Colorado, we get over 250 sunny days a year, big beautiful snows in winter (and sometimes as late as June), and monsoon rains in late summer.  Spring can be cool and windy, but you'll experience the reawakening of the plants, the lowing of mother cows and their calves on nearby ranches, and maybe even a blooming prickly pear or two! In the heart of the Mancos River Valley, you'll find yourself at the perfect basecamp for all that the area has to offer! It's just 15 minutes to the entrance gate at Mesa Verde National Park, designated in April of 2021 as the 100th Dark Sky Park by the International Dark Sky Association. Take a scenic two mile drive to historic Downtown Mancos, to find art, dining, and fun. Historic Mancos, known for its thriving creative district, is the home of Bombdiggity, The Raven House Gallery, The Artisans of Mancos Co-op, The Painted Turtle Gallery, and Kilgore American Indian Art. Downtown Mancos is also home to dining options from local food trucks to fine dining. Fenceline Cidery and their delightful riverside cider garden host a variety of local food trucks on a rotating basis. Deco Dessert, offers something for your sweet tooth with homemade ice cream, artisan chocolates, and cakes. Just across Hwy 160, you can enjoy craft beer, delicious locally sourced food and wood fired pizzas, and a variety of fun events, including live local music, weekly trivia with our local librarian, and karaoke on the expansive patio at Mancos Brewing Company. Columbine Bar & Grill, one of the oldest bars in the state, is right on Grand Ave, serving delicious burgers, sandwiches, and salads with outdoor seating seasonably available. Other downtown offerings include locally roasted coffee at Fahrenheit Coffee Roasters, and an incredible variety of baked goods and delightful breakfast, lunch, and dinner options at the renowned Absolute Bakery & Cafe.  Grab take out and sit at a picnic table by the Mancos River or in the park across the street, or enjoy the artwork as you dine in their historic dining room.  As you make your way through town, don't forget to check out local artists' work in the art vending machines at Fahrenheit Coffee Roasters and Fenceline Cider! Beyond downtown, you'll find easy access to Mancos State Park, mountain biking at Phil's World, Chutes & Ladders, Aqueduct, Chicken Creek, and the Boggy Draw trail systems, paddling at Summit Lake, paddling and boating at McPhee Reservoir, the 88 mile Canyon of the Ancients Scenic Drive, and miles of hiking and off-roading trails in the San Juan National Forest. Or head just 30 minutes into Durango for a ride on the Durango-Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, a run on the rapids of the Animas River, or a powder day at Purgatory (resort an hour from the site). If you want to venture further afield, Telluride, Moab, Monument Valley, and Arches & Canyonlands National Parks are all within 2.5 hours. Or take a drive along the San Juan Skyway scenic byway to see the best of Colorado's Western Slope including Silverton and Ouray. Your hosts are avid outdoor enthusiasts who can give you the details (and loan you some maps & guidebooks) on all of the great things that await you at our little slice of southwest Colorado!
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Mark S.recommends
May 30, 2023
Dry RV site w/ Views of Mesa Verde
Peace and quiet in Mancos
Thanks to our gracious hosts, our first hipcamp experience was a home run! The site was easy to find and we had great communication via text with Jeff and Jen. We were worried that we were reserving less than 24 hours prior, but they responded to our booking request within a few minutes. The site itself is pretty basic, just right for our teardrop setup, with good but not spectacular views. We spent the weekend exploring Four Corners and Mesa Verde, and when we weren’t running around we felt like we were on a farm, which was super relaxing and just what we needed. A handful of deer trotted through and songbirds were singing all day long. We like campfires so that was a slight disappointment but they offer a propane fire ring for rental which made up for it (almost!) Pro tip: set an alarm for 2am so you can check out the night sky. I’m guessing a lot of folks these days have never seen the Milky Way, here is your chance!
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Robert M.recommends
November 8, 2022
Dry RV site w/ Views of Mesa Verde
Jen and Jeff are very nice, accommodating hosts. We enjoyed our stay!
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Shelly K.recommends
October 6, 2022
Dry RV site w/ Views of Mesa Verde
Very quiet, private and peaceful location. Great location to basecamp and spend the day exploring the area. One of best breweries we've ever been to in Mancos. Site was level and easy to get our 36' 5th wheel into.
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Bevan B.recommends
September 29, 2022
Dry RV site w/ Views of Mesa Verde
It’s was a great flat sight with amazing views. Jen kept in touch with us before our stay and was a great host. Very friendly. I would recommend this sight for sure!
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Noe G.recommends
September 3, 2022
Dry RV site w/ Views of Mesa Verde
Great stay
This was a great spot. Jen & Jeff were great host, great communication and fast response. Would definitely stay again👍🏽
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Ryan M.recommends
August 6, 2022
Dry RV site w/ Views of Mesa Verde
Great views
Site views are fantastic. Hosts very friendly.
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Mancos, Montezuma, Colorado, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Diné Bikéyah, Pueblos, and Núu-agha-tʉvʉ-pʉ̱ (Ute) First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Jen & Jeff M.Joined in October 2020
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