What is included in the Spruce Tree Tour, what are the times, and how much does it cost per person?
The Spruce Tree tour is a morning half-day tour. The tour includes an overview of the surrounding terrain, historical review of past and present inhabitants, information about plants and animals, and geological formations. Dwellings to be viewed include a 600AD site on Mesa Loop Rd and a walking tour of the Spruce Tree House. This trail is not handicap accessible, so those people can visit the Mesa Verde Museum while the others walk the trail. Admission is $32.00 per adult, $21.00 for children between the ages of 5-17, and children under 5 are free. It departs Far View Lodge at 9:00am and returns at 12:00 noon, and departs Morefield Campground at 9:30am, returning at 12:30pm. For reservations, visit www.mesaverde.com/reservations.htm, or call 970-375-2401.
