Everything was fine until I was told I had to move my tent which had already been set up 2 days, 20…read morefeet to the right because I set it up too close to a cabin. Why didn't this happen earlier? I spoke to the cabin renter and he said he had no problem with the tent there. The RV patrol woman said he did,(BTW he was my cousin...) and he said no such thing... She was adamant about me moving it and wanted a confrontation which I wasn't gonna give her. I pointed out on the map they had given me that I put my tent where it was pictured and she said the map was wrong! I ended up moving my tent and she left angry and never showed her face for the remainder of my stay. She was so rude in front of my family and guests and other RV residents. No one could believe she made such a big deal over the tent location. Needless to say I will never stay here again, if they are gonna make up rules at their convenience!

Wonderful hidden Gem! Great internet for streaming. Beautiful area and large spaces for the rv. We…read morestayed 3 nights while visiting Mesa Verde. Very peaceful place and great location

This is an older camp that is located directly across the street from Mesa Verde National Park. We…read moreare about ten minutes away from shopping in Cortez and about forty minutes away from Durango. There is nothing fancy or new about this place, but I would return here again if I could. WiFi paid for the site, and it supported our Zoom meetings, could stream without any problems, and was the most reliable. The sites are uneven, but they came out and added some more gravel to help with mud and some holes. I was VERY thankful for the support! It is so convenient that you are so close to the park. In the evening, we went in and watched the sunset since we worked remotely during the weekdays. It was a little worn out in the laundry room, but it did the job as expected. There is no doubt that I would stay here again in the future.

We stayed at Ancient Cedars RV Resort expecting a premium experience based on many of the positive…read morereviews, but our experience aligned much more closely with the concerns raised in several of the negative reviews. The biggest issue was the overall lack of maintenance throughout the park. The grounds appeared neglected, with overgrown grass and weeds in many areas. The resort advertises dedicated dog areas, but both of our dogs came away covered in stickers and burrs that had to be painstakingly cut out of their fur. We also spoke with other campers whose dogs experienced the same problem. If a park promotes itself as dog-friendly and provides designated dog areas, those spaces should be maintained and kept reasonably free of hazards. What made this more frustrating was that there always seemed to be someone driving around the park with a weed trimmer, yet during our stay we never actually witnessed any meaningful grounds maintenance being performed. The condition of the property suggested that upkeep had been deferred for quite some time. Site spacing was another disappointment. The sites felt extremely cramped. The rig behind us was positioned so close that their patio area essentially backed up to our utilities. At one point, a neighboring camper accidentally stepped on our sewer hose because of how little separation existed between sites. We also paid for what was advertised as a "premium" site. In reality, it was located directly on a dusty road with a clear view of the campground dump station. That is not what most RVers would reasonably expect when paying extra for a premium site. After reading the reviews again following our stay, I find myself wondering how representative some of the glowing reviews really are. The maintenance issues, cramped sites, and questionable premium-site location were not isolated observations and seem consistent with concerns raised by multiple other reviewers. While the location near Mesa Verde is convenient, the resort itself did not deliver the quality or level of upkeep that its marketing and many of its highest-rated reviews would suggest. Unfortunately, based on our experience, we would not stay here again

I would give them 0 stars if possible. After my stay they refused to give back my $250 pet deposit…read morewith no explanation. They literally stole the money from me. When I called to complain they told me to screw myself and that they wouldn't give me my money back.

Traveling to Mesa Verde NP during Memorial weekend was a nightmare. My boyfriend and I went to…read moreabout a half a dozen places with no vacancy before calling this place up. It looks like just an RV place but their small (about 5 spot) but beautiful tent sites were great! The owners were more than accommodating showing us where we could shower, use a kitchen sink and do laundry. We had the whole place to ourselves. Definitely would stay here again.

I actually was a huge fan of this campground. It is right near the entrance once you get inside of…read moreMesa Verde National Park. It is the only campground inside the park too. The reason I liked this campground so much was it had so many amenities. They had the camp store, a breakfast restaurant, free showers, coin laundry, and even FREE WIFI! The toilets were actually toilets too not any sort of porta potty situation. They also had a kennel for our dog which really gave me piece of mind to be able to drop her off there while we went and explored the park. It is first come first serve for the camp spots. Check in at the camp store to get all your information. We chose a campsite that had really fast wifi haha. They also do events at the amphitheater each night so if you can check that out as well. I suggest that because it is first come first serve to come earlier so you can get the best spot. The campsites to very with shade, proximity, to bathrooms, size, etc.

The only camp grounds in the park. Check in was easy right near the bathrooms and laundry…read more Headed down the road to find a tiny site. Finally got the travel trailer in the spot was having trouble unhooking. We ended up not unhooking and leaving in the morning. We also had no Wi-Fi reception. Government was shut down so no tours, no reason to stay.

The park was beautiful and a lot of history. The park has an RV park and plenty of restrooms…read moreduring the 20 miles through the park. One way in and out.

I'm already planning a second visit here just due to the sheer amount of things there are to do and…read moresee. Wetherill Mesa was closed due to construction when I visited, and the season for the pueblo tours was not open yet, so that's already on my to do list. Exploring Chapin Mesa took an entire day to drive the loop, do some hiking, and read about all the different artifacts that were uncovered. I liked how there were displays about the different stages of housing and the evolution to the amazing cliff dwellings that the national park is known for. Definitely bring your binoculars to get a better look at the structures!

Had a great experience picking up my access pass! Everyone was so friendly and knowledgeable. I…read moreappreciated that I was able to bring in my printed file to pick up a pass in person.

The most enchanting National Forest I've visited in 2021. I hiked to the Rainbow Hot Springs. The…read moreRainbow Hot Springs is a 10 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Pagosa Springs. Also located in the San Juan National Forest. The forest occupies land in Archuleta, Conejos, Dolores, Hinsdale, La Plata, Mineral, Montezuma, Rio Grande, San Miguel and San Juan Counties!! They have plenty of campgrounds (with friendly campground hosts) and nearby Horseback Riding opportunities. I came here with a good friend of mine, as we visited South Fork, CO. The weather was perfect in May of 2021 and I needed a Chilly Mini for my neck. We spotted some gorgeous waterfalls and really unique plants. San Juan appeared to have had a forest fire in the last 5 years, because we definitely witnessed some aftermath. Lots of old, dead and burned down tree trunks. The trail is fairly easy, a little rocky, but such a great cardio workout for your calves. We spotted some wonderful rivers that kept my friend and I very cool.

If you're looking for a great place to stay while visiting Mesa Verde National Park this is it…read more There is a lot to do in your downtime swimming, dog park, miniature golf and a stocked recreation room. Clean safe and well kept campground.

With all the years that I have been enjoying the outdoors, I have come to the realization that…read morethere are essentially two types of camping - staying in a place of natural beauty unto itself, to enjoy the location where you set up your tent or parked your trailer - staying in a location that is a place to set up your tent or park your trailer, as a base of operations from which to travel to nearby natural beauty or wonder. Ancient Cedars RV park probably falls into the second category, although it offers amenities and features that are superior to lots of other RV parks, KOAs, and the like. For one thing, just about every site has a beautiful view of Mesa Verde National Park's celebrated geography... as a matter of fact, you really can't get much closer to the park without camping inside of it. One minute drive from Ancient Cedars and you're in the park! Despite being pretty close to our neighbors, our site had full hook ups, shade from a well-placed tree, a picnic table, and enough room to set up our trailer and park our truck. Easy pull through sites for all sized trailers and campers. Larger sites for humongous rolling houses and such did not have trees, but those would just get in your way, right? The front desk staff was extremely kind and friendly, the price was not astronomical, and we were not packed in like sardines, as we have been at a few other private RV park locations. The swimming pool, hot tub, and 18 hole miniature golf course were all enjoyed by the kids, as well as the game room with foosball, a billiards table, and a few other things. The front office area has a small mini mart for those essentials you forgot, and code entry restrooms and showers. The park is next to a horse property, and at night, the friendly horses come over to the fence to the delight of kids and grown ups alike. I also thought it was thoughtful that one of the rules is all external lights on campers need to be turned off at night, so visitors can enjoy the dark sky and view of the stars. At least, when the monsoon clouds aren't blocking the view. Overall, this was a great last stop on our month-long cross country road trip. Worth checking out, and hope to visit again.

Beautiful, Quiet and Clean campsites! Check in was easy and the owners are super friendly!…read more We've been to campgrounds with clean bathroom facilities, but these were pristine!! There are two bathroom/shower buildings. I'm posting some pics of one of the women's shower areas as this is something that's very important to us as campers. Also posted are some of the many common areas. We will be back!

We will be back! Matt and Wendy run a clean, beautiful and functional park! It's a tight ship with…read moresecurity, and wonderful facilities! The views are stunning and there are plenty of lots with shade too! Common areas make sense and bring people together, if they choose!

My son just spent 3 wks here as part of the summer High School Field School and he came back…read morebrimming with things to tell us that he'd learned and seen. I'd already assumed he was busy and content while there because even though he had his phone with him, I hardly heard from him in that time. His session was a good variety of about 17 kids, pretty evenly split between boys and girls, from all around the US. I believe they learned a lot from nice instructors/guides and had fun, too. From a parent point of view, I thought the communication from Crow Canyon was terrific- not incessant but informative, clear, and timely. We were hopeful that it would be a good experience for our son, and neither of us was disappointed in the least- we are so glad he went!

From the owner: Archaeology Day Tour: A one-day introduction to the archaeology of the Mesa Verde region. Tour an…read moreactive excavation project and explore ancestral Pueblo (Anasazi) history with professional archaeologists. Also tour the research lab and view artifacts in the curation room. June-September, Wednesdays and Thursdays, for age 10 and older. Price includes lunch. Call for more information and to reserve your spot. Free Crow Canyon tour: On this one-hour tour, offered at 10 am every Wednesday and Thursday, June through September, visit our lab and unique educational facilities, including a replica 7th-century pithouse. Tour does not include excavation site tour. Advance registration is appreciated. Crow Canyon also offers field trips for school groups; archaeology summer camps for teens; and College Field School for undergrad and graduate students; excavation and lab programs for adults; and cultural tours in the Southwest and beyond led by archaeologists and cultural specialists.