Cortez Travel Guide

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Alternative names: Population: 8.7 thous.Area: 6.24 mi²Elevation: 6188 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 37°20'56"N, 108°34'55"W
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ColoradoUnited States

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Cortez Top Attractions

Cortez Attractions - What to See and Explore

Cortez offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Crow Canyon Archaeological Center, Montezuma Valley Irrigation Company Flume No. 6, Montezuma Valley National Bank and Store Building, Cortez City Hall. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

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Day trips

Cortez – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Cortez, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Cliff Palace (Mesa Verde National Park), Canyons of the Ancients Visitor Center and Museum (Dolores), Four Corners Monument (Teec Nos Pos).

  • cliff palace mesa verde national park14 milesSE
  • anasazi heritage center dolores9 miN
  • four corners monument teec nos pos35 milesSW
  • fish hatchery durango39 milesE
  • mount wilson lizard head wilderness47 milesNE

Best Time To Visit Cortez

Learn when is the best time to travel to Cortez weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Average temperatures in °F

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The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January.

Monthly rainfall in inches

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in June. Most of it rains in August and October.

Length of day in hours

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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