Day Itinerary
5 Activities
Day 2
91 mi0.6 mi
San Juan Mountains Drive and Mesa Verde National Park
Today's adventure takes you through the awe-inspiring San Juan Mountains of Colorado from Telluride to Mesa Verde National Park, a UNESCO Heritage Site of preserved Pueblan cave dwellings. You'll stop for a delightful pint on your way home to Durango. EV drivers should be able to do this entire day on one single charge.
0.6 mi
15 min
The Butcher & The Baker
Stop for a hearty breakfast at The Butcher & The Baker. This local farm-to-table restaurant has an incredible seasonable breakfast with locally-sourced eggs, greens, and breads. Make sure you pick a few bakery items to go - you'll want them a snack later in the day as it's a while until lunch.
Monday – Saturday: 7AM – 8PM Sunday: 8AM – 2PM
Monday – Saturday: 7AM – 8PM Sunday: 8AM – 2PM
11.9 mi
25 min
Upper Ames Falls, Uncompahgre National Forest
Today's adventure takes you driving through the San Juan mountains of Colorado down highway 145 to Cortez. You'll want to make sure you're plenty fed for the journey so that you can take plenty of stops to admire the scenery.
52.8 mi
1 hr
Depot
Stop for lunch at The Depot in Dolores, Colorado, which claims one of the best burgers in Colorado. You'll find a wide variety of options but you should definitely try the onion rings!
Tuesday – Saturday: 10AM – 7:30PM Closed Sunday & Monday
Tuesday – Saturday: 10AM – 7:30PM Closed Sunday & Monday
18.6 mi
25 min
Mesa Verde Visitor & Research Center
Mesa Verde National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage site for it's well-preserved cliff dwellings of the Ancestral Puebloans. Stop at the Visitors Center for the best idea of what to do in the park. The most common visited spot is the Cliff Palace, a 700-year old cliff dwelling that was home to around 125 people. You'll also find some great hiking options - Petroglyph Point Trail is a favorite.
8.3 mi
15 min
Mancos Brewing Company
Stop for a pint and a bite at the Mancos Brewing Company, located in downtown Mancos, Colorado, a town known for its high concentration of artists and creatives. You'll find an eclectic collection of beers on tap and food that locals rave about.
Wednesday – Thursday: 4 – 8 PM Friday – Saturday: 1 – 9PM Sunday: 1 – 8PM
Wednesday – Thursday: 4 – 8 PM Friday – Saturday: 1 – 9PM Sunday: 1 – 8PM