Wetherill Mesa offers an alternate, more relaxed Mesa Verde experience. The area was designed with walking in mind. All the Wetherill Mesa sites, except Long House, can be accessed along self-guided walking trails. We hope that you will make time to travel out to Wetherill and share in this unique experience.

Along the 3/4-mile round-trip trail to Step House is a Pithouse, Petroglyphs and of course Step House Cliff Dwelling.  The trail involves a 100ft descent and ascent on a winding path and takes about 45 minutes to one hour. Trail begins near the Wetherill Mesa kiosk.

A quiet ride on the tram through the recently burned pinyon-juniper forest will take you to the head of the Long House Trail, Badger House Community, Kodak House Overlook, Long House Overlook, or the Nordenskiold Site #16 trail. The tram is the only transportation system used once you arrive at the parking area for Long House -- the tram is free and available on a first come, first serve basis.

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