Park Etiquette

    Park Etiquette: Taking Care of Mesa Verde National Park

    Before visiting the park, please review these rules of park etiquette with your students.

    You and your class have a responsibility to take care of Mesa Verde National Park .

    Leave the park unaltered so that it may be enjoyed by future generations.

    When visiting an archeological site, DO NOT SIT, STAND, LEAN, OR CLIMB ON THE WALLS.

    Archeological resources are valuable only if left in place.

    Never pick flowers, pull leaves from trees, or touch any animals in the park.

    Running, yelling, and horseplay are not appropriate in a national park.

    Your safety is important to us, and to those who come after you.

    Stay on the trails. Do not climb on rocks. Be careful at all overlooks and cliff edges.

    Drink plenty of water and eat a snack before taking a tour.

    Watch the weather - you must stay away from cliffs and overlooks when there is lightning or thunder.