(Note: phone numbers without area code - use 970.  All addresses are Mancos, CO have Zip Code 81328 unless otherwise noted. Links are underlined.)

A&A Campground - A family campground at the entrance to Mesa Verde.  Amenities include pool, spa, mini-golf, rec. hall, playgrounds on 33 acres.  Tenting to full hookups for big rigs. 34979 Hwy 160, 565-3517/800-972-6620

Abode at Willowtail Springs - Enchanting log cabins, on 60 acres of woods, meadows, streams. Overlook private bass-filled lake; stunning mountain views. Boats, fishing gear included. Antiques, fireplaces, full kitchens, gas grills.  10451 County Rd. 39, PO Box 89, 533-7592 / 800-698-0603

Cherry Creek Mountain Ranch - Stay in the original 1920's settler's cabin, or a cozy 1-room school house.  Bring your horses, or ride ours.  Cabins, B&B, Trail rides, horse facilities. 7053 Cherry Creek Road, Hesperus 81326 970-588-3704

Country West Motel                      40700 Hwy 160              533-7073

Echo Basin Guest Ranch - rustic A-Frame cabins set in mountain venue, convenient to Durango, Mancos and Mesa Verde.  Seasonal resort with cabins, RV sites, Steak House, saloon, horseback riding, pool and billiards. 43747 County Rd. M (Echo Basin Rd.). 533-7000

Far View Lodge - 15 miles inside Mesa Verde National Park, 150 rooms (all with balconies, some with 100 mile views into 3 states).  Guided tours of spectacular cliff dwellings; hiking; 425 campsites; unique regional cuisine in 4 restaurants and exceptional gifts.  Aramark, Box 277, 533-7731 / 800-449-2288.

Flagstone Meadows Ranch B&B - Serenely set, spacious timber lodge, 10 minutes from Mesa Verde NP. Clear views; La Plata Mtns, Mancos Valley, and Mesa Verde; hot-tub, delicious breakfasts, 8 lovely rooms, each w/private f/bath. Box 1137, 533-9838, 1-800-973-1137

Lost Canyon Lake Lodge - a lovely lake front log home features four guest rooms with private baths and a common room with moss rock fireplace.  Box 1541, Dolores, CO 81323, 882-7871

Mesa Verde Motel - 7 miles from Mesa Verde.  All old west pleasures at your disposal, including hiking, camping, fishing, hunting and all winter sports.  191 Railroad Avenue,  533-7741/800-825-6372

Mesa Verde RV Resort Highest Rated in the area. FREE WiFi. 1/2 mi. E. of the entrance to Mesa Verde Nat'l Park on Hwy.160. Heated pool & 2 Spas. Big Rigs & Pet friendly.  35303 Hwy 160, 533-7421/800-776-7421

Ponderosa Cabins - two fully furnished cabins, secluded and sheltered amid towering ponderosa pines.  Full kitchens, outdoor grill and table, nearby fishing, 20 minutes to Mesa Verde.  Box 457,  882-7396

River Bend B&B - River Bend Bed and Breakfast is located in the beautiful Mancos Valley with convenient access to Durango and Mesa Verde.  Four bedrooms with baths and a cabin.  42505 Highway 160,  866-403-7063

Sundance Bear Lodge - Enjoy Mesa Verde views at sunset from the front porch. Two B&B rooms, romantic log cabin, and 3 bedroom guest house. Hot tub, 80+ acres to enjoy.  Hosts: Sue & Bob Scott.  38890 Hwy 184 (north of Mancos), 533-1504 / 866-529-2480 (toll free).

Kelly Place - in McElmo Canyon, at the foot of Sleeping Ute Mtn. west of Cortez. Hiking, horseback riding, ruins, and canyons. Lodge rooms and cabins; 24 person capacity. Host Kristie Carriker. 14663 Road G, Cortez, 81321, 565-3125/800-745-4885

Rochester Hotel/Leland House B&B -- Luxury accommodations in the spirit of the old west.  Located in downtown Durango, walking distance to historic Main Avenue shops, restaurants, activities and the train.  721 E. 2nd Ave, Durango 81301, 385-1920/800-664-1920.

Ute Mountain Casino and Resort    PO 268,Towaoc, 81344  rhammond@fone.net