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Montezuma Valley Overlook
An overlook with views of Knife Edge, Morefield Canyon, City of Cortez, Sleeping Ute Mountain and more.
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Montezuma Valley Overlook Details
A spectacular spot to watch the sunset on the main park road! When looking out at this overlook, the sheer cliff to the north is known as the Knife Edge. There is an old road that used to loop around Knife and back to Morefield Canyon. This road was difficult to maintain so it was abandoned in 1957, and replaced by a tunnel to connect Prater and Morefield Canyons. A view to the west is the city of Cortez, which lies on a flat erosion plain underlain by Dakota Sandstone. This windblown silt, also known as loess, holds moisture really well. Continuing the view to the west sits the Sleeping Ute Mountain.
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Montezuma Valley Overlook
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1.0 mi away
Knife Edge Trail
A nice, flat, two mile round-trip stroll following the old unpaved historic entrance road to the park which features stunning views of Montezuma Valley.
1.3 mi away
Morefield Campground
A beautiful grassy campground with several amenities such as groceries, grills, gas station, laundry and showers.
1.4 mi away
Point Lookout Trail
Enjoy a hike that takes you up a series of switchbacks for spectacular views of Montezuma and Mancos Valleys.
1.5 mi away
Knife Edge Cafe
All three meals served at this cafe, conveniently located at Morefield Campground.
1.5 mi away
Park Point Overlook
Catch a sunset or have lunch with a view of the Montezuma and Mancos valleys below.
