HIGHLY UNDERRATED PARK | KNOW THIS BEFORE YOU GO | THIS IS COLORADO? S8 || Ep 206

[@azstargazer912]

The major reason I subscribed to your channel was the incredible love and awe you show towards the places you visit. You somehow project the same enthusiasm and love that I feel when I visit amazing places through the screen and it makes me feel good. Stay safe, have fun and thanks for sharing your travels with us.

[@sandyoklahomatransient8557]

So many people want to travel to Europe, and Asia to to sight see and totally disregard the U.S. The U.S., has so much history, and beauty to take in. I'm happy to see you stopped at Mesa Verde and took in the tour. There's so much to take in, and very little time to check out the area thoroughly. I prefer very small amount of people (or just my family) when taking tours. This way, I can take my time and enjoy my surroundings. I prefer the quiet in order to hear, and see things you wouldn't capture with a large group/tour. Beautiful area!

[@snowbirdlady7221]

Small group tours (private tours) are nice, but the only way to tour the cliff dwellings at Mesa Verde is with a Ranger led tour. Larger groups, but not too large based on my experience.

[@DIYLoveLife]

This has been by far my very most favorite video you have done. I have wanted to visit this place for so long. You just thrown gasoline in my fire and desire to go even more. Thank you for showing it so well and for continuing to put out such quality content. You’re one of my inspirations when I imagine where I want our channel to go.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

Well I hope you guys are able to get there soon! That’s a very nice compliment thank you🙏👊

[@jimmyrants4342]

I never get tired of the gorgeous and amazing sites we have here in Colorado. I am glad your family enjoyed mesa Verde. Stay safe.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

There are so many to choose from! We have yet to tire of any of them either! Thank you so much for being here with us tonight!

[@bobbylentz7]

I’m handicapped so can never visit this place. But, I’ve always wanted to go!! Thank you so much for this. I enjoy living vicariously through y’all!!

[@KirbyKinney]

There are many places up on the masa that you can go. this is a Government park it must be ADA lots of trails but you are right you can't go below in the mesa.

[@JohnnyLawBMC]

I have a VR (virtual reality) headset and I always say these would be great for people who just can't get to some of these places. While you may not be able to be there in person, the VR is so good, I am sure you will be amazed. I've had it for over a year and I still get surprised at some of the views.

[@lynfl9814]

Wow, what an incredible video highlighting some of the awesome things you can see in our country. My husband and I did a Harley Tour out west 20+ years ago. We were right at Mesa Verde National Park, I had not done a research on this park; all the tours were fully booked, so, we didn't go into the park. We were on a time constraint because we had rented a Harley and had a plane to catch in several days. This video makes me so sad to think we were so close to something so incredible to see live. Thanks for your video; so, I got to live that experience vicariously through your video.

[@susandixon3970]

I saw this as a child; however, I would love to go back and see it again.

[@sallylove3563]

And what is so amazing is that these amazing structures are still standing and what we build now doesn't last at all ... We sure need their knowledge .. so beyond beautiful

[@FindingOurSomeday]

It is astonishing what is still there and now well it has been protected! The history is astonishing! Thank you so much for joining us!

[@TNWisky7]

Thank You so much for giving us a glimpse of the Beautiful scenery that You and Your Family get to see. You are a blessing to us. It is Amazing and You all are Amazing. God Bless You and Your Family. It's awesome to see how Your Family even though they are Older are still with You. You all are together and thriving. Much Love for all of You and Blessings.

[@billbeverly2864]

I was visiting some friends in Durango and they suggested that I visit Mesa Verde. So I went over there expecting to spend an afternoon. I wound up spending that afternoon and the next 2 days going back. This place is a lot bigger and more interesting than you expect. Plus you have to be in shape, there was an overweight lady that had problems on the ladder, plus the elevation is about 8,000 feet and she had problems breathing. Not sure why they let her on the tour, but a few of us helped her and we all made it,

[@theathjr]

The American West is the most magical part of this great country. There are endless areas to explore as you all have shown. Thank you for taking us along for the journey. The cinematography is spectacular. Well done. 👍. Safe Travels Amigos ❤️

[@theathjr]

Ps. Corey we need more smoked meats involved in the videos. Lol

[@sharoncarr2792]

We loved Mesa Verde!! We were there the first week of July 2023 and stayed at that same RV park.. we loved it!! Definitely a must see!

[@garysharp8024]

1982, we did the tour with our 2 children, they still comment about climbing and the ladders. Yellowstone came next.

[@WeSometimesRV]

So much beauty and history. Amazing information. Another place added to our list. Thanks for sharing

[@jlr5003]

We stayed at the same RV park when we visited Mesa Verde on two separate occasions. The thing that struck me, especially the first time we went was how far from the front gate the cliff dwellings you can tour are. As a fun fact, the ranger that gave you the tour was the same one that gave us the same tour two years ago.

[@paulab984]

I love you guys and that you really show us the details of places. I also love when you hang out at the camper and do stuff. I find both really useful and entertaining. You probably think we all find the "boring" stuff (to you) boring, but we don't. I think most of us like the family interaction and just camping. Corey, you are the best nature and landscape videographer hands down!

[@grayfox9911]

Great video and very interesting history. Thanks for taking us along!

[@FindingOurSomeday]

Thank you so much for joining us tonight and taking the time to comment!

[@dalemarshall9736]

When we visited Spruce House was available for us to tour. Museum was quite interesting also.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

We are going to go back after there done with the construction on the second 1/2 of the park. We were bummed we missed the museum!

[@mikejordan9220]

We did the same tour this past July on our way back to Ohio from Utah’s national parks. It was a great place to stop. We ended up staying in Durango because all of the campgrounds close to Mesa Verde were full. While we were there, we rode the steam train too.

[@lindagarrett2948]

Hi! First time I have seen your channel. Enjoyed your trip to Mesa Verde and so glad you enjoyed it too! I live in the 4 corners area and look out my windows everyday at Mesa Verde and the surrounding area. Believe me, you've only scratched the surface.! There are many ruins to visit in this area. Not just at Mesa Verde but all around the Montezuma Valley down below. It's a very interesting place to visit AND live!! Nice job photographing the park!! Thanks for showing that there's more to Colorado than just the mountains (although, I love those too!!!)

[@sselt]

I've been to Mesa Verde a number of times since 1971 and have seen just about every area open to the public and a few places that aren't (we were with park rangers). I think Balcony House is my favorite place, though it involves some crawling and also climbing some tall ladders.

[@eblanco2176]

Mesa Verde is one of my favorite NP. There was no tour required to go into Spruce Tree House in 2015. It was about the only one you could walk on your own without ranger or reservation. There were rangers down there to answer any questions. We stayed right in the park campground with our 35ft class A and saw bears by the tunnel one late afternoon. the views of the mountain peaks are spectacular from the park.

[@snowbirdlady7221]

Yay! I'm happy to see you obviously enjoyed Mesa Verde as much as I did. So fascinating! I did spend 2 days there and did the tours for the Cliff Palace and the Balcony House. Also did the entire loop and check out many of the stops there. Now on to the Balloon Fiesta!

[@FindingOurSomeday]

It truly was fascinating! We can't wait to go back and have more time to explore the park! Thank you for watching!

[@TravelingonAdventures]

Mesa Verde is definitely on our bucket list. Amazing video guys!!!

[@SFDearing1]

My wife and I first visited Mesa Verde fifty years ago...the era of "before kids" and we, like you, were blown away by the uniqueness of the park among the other parks of the NP System. At that time when walking around on the flats above the cliff dwellings it was easy to spot broken pottery and pick it up for inspection. Don't know if it is still that way...we have never gone back for a second visit but the Mancas Valley is a beautiful area to visit in it's entirety.

[@tompfeiffer2755]

One of your best videos. The presentation was outstanding, your enthusiasm infectious. We have been there but definitely need to return based on your presentation. Probably 3 or more days might do this justice. Thank you for sharing your experience!

[@mbcb7849]

Oh wow! Just started watching your newest video about Mesa Verde. I was there in the mid-80s. As soon as I saw the ladder it all came back to me. I got out my photo album and found the same exact scenes that you are showing now. That's place is awesome! The next day we went to Durango and rose the train to Silverton. I got some great shots when on the train of the Animas river with the mountains in the background. A beautiful ride. Mike B.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

Love that we were able to take you back! It must have been amazing back then. We haven't done the rain from Durango to Silverton yet, but it is on the list! Thanks so much for watching!

[@karenallen7064]

Mesa Verde! I went on a field trip during a college course on Indigenous of the SW. We followed this up with Chaco Canyon. Before was up onto a Hopi mesa.

[@karenallen7064]

We went into a kiva up on the Hopi plateau. Hopis use them for religious ceremonies. It was still used so had a roof and we climbed down the ladder.

[@karenallen7064]

Too bad about the museum! It's amazing and so informative!

[@ejs6010]

You had a lot of fun doing the video for this Park. I love the last few seconds where you are just in the truck, then you cut to pulling your RV. Great videography!

[@wvoutdoorsman5326]

One of my favorite parks. The Cliff Palace wasn’t open when we were there. We toured the Balcony House. Definitely want to go back. Thanks for the video guys. Safe travels.

[@catherinehenry2397]

We were there about 2-3 weeks before you and we were able to spend the better part of a week to see the entire park. Stayed in the same campground.. what a nice stop on our journeys.

[@drs78hns]

What a great video! Kudos to you for bringing content like this to the rest of us. It's so amazing that your family is able to live this lifestyle. This NP is now on the top of the list, I can't wait to take my family and enjoy!

[@henrysteinhauser7473]

Mesa Verde is very interesting Wife and I were there pre- Covid . Walked around everywhere you did . No tours when we were there . Part of a loop trip from Lompoc California to Missouri and back . Also did first week in Albuquerque balloon festival…. Was a memorable trip

[@MikeStephenson-m7x]

Wow absolutely amazing! Great video!!

[@sky02148]

I can't wait to see your shots of the Balloon Fiesta.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

We can't wait to share our time there! It is magical! Thanks for watching!

[@ItsAboutTimeNow]

We loved Mesa Verde when we stayed there in 2021!!

[@Kian2931]

Awesome video! I had done Balcony House last year but not Cliff Palace. Did get to see that overlook though and it was amazing.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

We can't wait to get back to do Balcony House next time! Thanks joining us!

[@Fat_Cat_747]

While there are similar cliff dwellings at other locations, perhaps in terms of scale this is the best. Also you have the various facilities that come with being a N.P.

[@asadventures_moriicoddiwomple]

We loved our visit there. Unfortunately, it was 2020 when all tours were closed. We will go back!

[@mikeelder6298]

Just a FYI. Here in Batesville Arkansas we are in the path of totality for the eclipse. The RV parks around us are either booked or booking quickly. There is a RV park that still has sites available, Brecks RV park. From my understanding they haven't raised their rates for the eclipse, unlike the other parks. I am not affiliated in any way with Brecks RV park. I'm just letting other RVers know that we still have sites available.

[@catherinedecoster8634]

We visited that NP on 2014 and I enjoyed seeing all the places we saw back then. Thanks for taking us all along. Stay safe ❤️❤️

[@alicial6072]

mesa verde is on my bucket list, there's another one on my list Gila cliff dwelling national monument in new mexico a little southwest of Mesa Verde; I just think it's amazing that people live on the side of a cliff

[@garydeverell603]

Mesa Verde is an awesome park! Some very cool history!

[@kristigeiger3680]

I can't wait to explore this part of the country. Moving from FL to CO soon!

[@FindingOurSomeday]

There is so much to see! We can't wait to get back to Colorado to explore more!

[@dsphotoscapes]

Spruce Tree House is currently undergoing stabilization and restoration where needed. Several years ago, I was able to enter end photograph much of Spruce Tree House including entering and photographing inside the Kiva with the roof in it and the ladder sticking out. It was quite the treat. You should make plans to stay in the Farmington/Bloomfield area and make the drive to Chaco, another World Heritage Site and simply amazing. Aztec is also worth the stop and the Salmon Ruins. Do not take the RV into Chaco unless you want it shaken apart by the 30 miles of washboard road in and out from Nagizzi. The several Pueblo Ruins at Chaco and the story there of Fajada Butte is fascinating.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

What an amazing experience that must have been! Thank you for watching and for all of your recommendations! SO much more to explore in that area!

[@dsphotoscapes]

@@FindingOurSomeday You're welcome! My wife and I have spent extensive time in the Southwest in the past 20 years chasing photos. I am happy to share knowledge and experiences anytime. I note you are connected with Marissa and Nathan Moss from Cookville TN. I find that interesting because my Mother's side of my family is from Pikeville TN about 65 miles away from Cookville, and my brother retired there near Pikeville just a few miles from where Mom was born. I have spent a lot of time out that way as well. I enjoy your videos.

[@garyharms8466]

Whenever we visit a park that will take all day to see we take our portable grill and a cooler with food to cook while inside the park. Saves time by not having to go back to the trailer for lunch, and is much cheaper than buying lunch in the park.

[@TrailerTravelin]

Mesa Verde is definitely on the bucket list. Such an amazing place. Safe travels.

[@scottfranson4215]

All The Good Comments X 2 I did not know like you`ll ,but you` FOS taught so much . Very Beautiful Place. maybe they will allow a little Dig from a very Professional Team and try to date ,something they form with other place , How Awesome ,had friend other to watch he` was Wow to with he camera Work

[@GlenCannon239]

My first visit was by air in a military H-60 Helicopter that was flown down the middle of the canyon in 1996. We were looking down at the people and they were looking up at us. My wife and I did the park in 2018 and she had a bad knee so she didn't walk down to the over look with me. When I went to go see, I went back to get her and told her she had to see it.

[@sk8familyinColorado]

Montezuma's Castle in Arizona and Bandelier in NM are great too.

[@NguyenGiaoUsA]

Last summer our family visited Mesa Verde while staying in Durango for the train ride. What an experience! I personally don't like the drive to Mesa NP though. Hair raising experience!

[@phyllissmith1105]

When we went there several years ago, we were able to climb down a ladder into a kiva on our tour. I wished we had spent more time there also. It's interesting to see your tour, because we didn't get to see that when we were there. Great video of all the different dwellings!

[@Travel8477]

When my wife and I were there last summer, we did that drive loop like you did after your tour and our 32 foot motorhome we wanted to do the cliff palace tour, but didn’t realize that you had to make reservations ahead of time, so we were not able to do that, but got some hiking in. There was another Road to take, but it was closed at the time, and my motorhome was too long so they would not allow me to go down that road anyways.

[@wandaheaps8758]

Our RV club went there. It is totally amazing. We did not do a tour. We are too old to go climbing and enjoyed your video. Thank you

[@kevinparker1834]

Another great video. We have been to Mesa Verde twice .

[@bertkelly7650]

I'm in PA and can watch what you're videoing with coffee in hand snug as a bug. That was awesome, thanks!

[@paulettehatfield2266]

We were at Mesa Verde in October 2023. Had reservations for the Palace, but my body was not physically able to do it. 😢All my pictures are from the top. It was such an interesting place.

[@GrampsArcade]

One of the favorites places I’ve visited.

[@stacybrumpton3701]

We are pretty sure we passed you on the highway near Moab. We had left Goblin valley state park heading to Capitol Reef. We spent 5 days in Mesa Verde before that and did the cliff palace tour as well. It would have been so fun to meet you all. Your weather looked sketchy, we were in shorts and tank tops everyday until the last! We also camped inside the park. Safe travels.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

So sorry we missed you guys but glad you were able to experience the park! We would love to camp inside the park next time! Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to comment!

[@johnbeach6729]

Told you it was worth skipping all those other parks you have been to before. Love it there. Now you need to hit Carlsbad Caverns in lower New Mexico. Always love your videos.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

Definitely worth it but still hard! 😉Carlsbad is definitely on the list! Thanks for joining us!

[@davidjackman5773]

I thought Mesa Verde was in Utah. That is the Mesa Verde we stayed at.....in Moab, Utah.

[@susanc4116]

I remember being here in the early 70's and the "do not enter" signs weren't there! I was small enough to fit through some of those small crevices lol

[@TheGrandstreeters]

Question - how do you handle the NPS permit issue?

[@shannonmckay6681]

You should see Walnut Canyon in Northern Arizona! Oh and Montezuma Castle 😊

[@FindingOurSomeday]

Love all the recommendations! Thanks so much!

[@OurRoadLessTraveled]

we noticed the past few videos have been in national parks. Do you still have to apply for a permit, is it expensive, how much notice did you have to give, was it easy?

[@bettyjorodgers8552]

Thanks. Thank you for sharing. Blessings

[@KirbyKinney]

This is THE best place.

[@lilysgma2852]

There is a great book called House of Rain by Craig Childs that discusses tracking a vanishing civilization across America's SW.

[@sky02148]

You guys see the coolest stuff. Where will you be seeing the total eclipse? Thanks for sharing. Love yah Nancy

[@sky02148]

Texas

[@FindingOurSomeday]

This was such a cool place! We will be in Sulphur Springs Texas at our Night Light Rally!

[@ghostpepperrides4805]

Beautiful.

[@timaz1066]

There are also cliff dwellings in Arizona.

[@anniedew2592]

Ordered my shirt already. Can’t wait until it comes in. 🎉

[@FindingOurSomeday]

Thank you so much for your order! We can't wait to see everyone in their shirts!

[@MandyBee1513]

Such a cool place!!! All of these videos have me adding to my list of places to see. I wish all of your episodes could be an hour long. ❤❤. Thanks for sharing Can’t wait to see if you come to our neck of the woods in Ontario Canada some day!

[@quicksoncamping2039]

Awesome, thank you.

[@dennymedeiros4504]

Maybe you should check out Canyon de Chelley in NE Arizona

[@LeslinAdventures]

Adding it to our list of destinations Thank you for sharing

[@kenhuth1762]

Hey Corey, you mentioned you would have liked to live there and build a nice house. Did the rangers mention that the population was probably full of worms from drinking the water? What!! No Berkey?

[@FindingOurSomeday]

Hey don’t ruin my fantasy 🫣😂

[@JamesSmith-iz8fl]

WOW !!! Corey had HAIR lol 😂

[@susanski5588]

Is there anywhere you can see it without taking hike down. Id have a problem coming back up. Thanks for filming this so I can see it

[@judy6416]

We are going there the middle of May 😊

[@carolynknisely2383]

Wow!! That was amazing!!!

[@rickmorgan6514]

If you have never been to Chaco Canyon, put it on your list. Massive ruins in NW New Mexico.

[@elainecharles2737]

You mentioned you were taking a break from work to go to Mesa Verde. What is your occupation?

[@denalibby2773]

We're in the path of totality here in Maine!! Are you sure you don't want to come home to witness it? lol I'm definitely looking forward to your video of the eclipse ! Also, thanks for this great video too!

[@exploringnewhites]

I didn’t realize you hadn’t been to Mesa Verde. We visited in September and stayed at the same RV park, so close to the park 👍 When were you there?

[@joyofanimation]

Awesome video!

[@FindingOurSomeday]

So glad you enjoyed it! Thank you so much for watching!

[@Momshobbies24]

Anyone going watch for foothold in the rock walls. It was their security system .you had to go in correct footing or you were stuck.

[@ShortTakesMedia]

How did you get filming rights in the park?

[@steveparker2750]

Was this “Something About Mary”? lol. We love you guys and your videos

[@mikeswartz485]

about 20 years ago we were there for 2 weeks and did not see everything.

[@gmcsac4950]

We have been there but did not have time to take a tour, this really makes us regret it!

[@tinacathey8241]

Okay family here is a question for you. Would you ever consider sailing across the world, i know how much you enjoy water.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

We have definitely talked about it before. We love boating, but not sure we could live on it for long distances like sailing across the world. But you never know! Great question! Thanks for joining us tonight!

[@jerrynewman1474]

Since the NPS has pretty much totally restricted videography in National Parks, including monetized You Tube channels, I'm curious if you got a permit to film? I've been to Mesa Verde and it is truly an amazing place.

[@winemaker2754]

Not Sunday, but close....

[@born2wander2]

🎉Everyone needs to understand the importance of not touching and not removing starfish from the sea. The reason starfish die outside water is that they cannot breathe. This leads to carbon dioxide poisoning and ultimately asphyxiation. Another common cause of death is stress from handling them too much.

[@MsSunstoned]

is it fair to ask: How many days to see it all? We must go.

[@audiomxr]

Did you happen to ask if there's been any thought given by the NPS to hiring Pueblo descendants to guide the tours in order to put them in charge of stewarding their history? I'm not saying the NPS isn't doing it justice. I just think the tour would be richer if those whose ancestors lived there were telling their stories.

[@grandmaandgrandpastravels7093]

Are National Parks allowing youtubers to film now? I hope so. Love your videos

[@EricaLairson]

The man said get your pictures, etc. I don’t think you can use a drone.

[@brendawhisenhunt8444]

Great video!

[@LilyWasHereMB]

They left and never came back because the rents were too damn high!

[@seabliss22]

They ran from the nephilim Giants.